Name: Shrimp Scampi Recipe Without Wine
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; ½ cup broth (seafood, vegetable, or chicken); ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste; 1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled, tails on; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for serving; 1 lemon, juiced, plus more wedges for serving

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If you love the classic, lemony-garlic taste of shrimp scampi, but don’t feel like bothering with the wine, this shrimp scampi recipe without wine is for you. We use simple broth as a white wine alternative to make the very best non alcoholic scampi sauce around.

Shrimp scampi is here to stay- and for good reason. Sweet succulent shrimp delicately sauteed in butter with zesty garlic, fresh herbs, and lively lemon is certainly hard to beat.

But what about the wine in shrimp scampi? Can you make shrimp scampi without wine?

Yes, you can! The secret to our non alcoholic scampi sauce in this recipe is broth. It is the best white wine substitute for scampi sauce. Plus, it’s incredibly affordable.

Not only can you make shrimp scampi without wine, it is remarkably easy. This recipe can be made in just about 15 minutes and only requires the use of one skillet.

However, the instructions included here are just for the shrimp. If you are making this shrimp scampi no wine recipe as part of a larger meal, you’ll need to plan accordingly.

Need inspiration for meal ideas? We got you covered! I’ve included a helpful list of ways to incorporate this scrumptious shrimp scampi recipe without wine into any meal.

How to Make Shrimp Scampi Recipe Without Wine

A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.

STEP ONE: Set a large skillet or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Melt together the butter and olive oil.

STEP TWO: Add the garlic to the skillet and saute for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.

STEP THREE: Now add the broth, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer for about 1-2 minutes, allowing enough time for the liquid to be reduced down by half.

STEP FOUR: Toss the shrimp into the skillet and saute until they just start turning pink, or for about 3-4 minutes. Finally, mix in parsley and lemon juice. Remove the pan from heat.

STEP FIVE: Serve immediately with more lemon wedges or with pasta and crusty bread if you prefer. Enjoy!

Should You Remove Shrimp Tails Before Cooking?

As long as the outer shell and legs have been removed, the decision to cook with or without the shrimp tails is up to you. Your recipe will be fine either way!

It depends on your preferences, how you are planning on preparing your shrimp, and who you are feeding.

Coconut shrimp or shrimp cocktail appetizer? You probably want to leave it on. Popcorn shrimp? No tails needed. You get the idea.

For the best results, this shrimp scampi no wine recipe suggests leaving the tails on for cooking for a few reasons.

The tails will hold in some of the juices, enhancing flavor while also jazzing up presentation.

Furthermore, since this recipe might be served a la carte, the tails make a handy little serving handle.

However, it isn’t necessary and it’s perfectly okay to cook with tails removed.

You might prefer this if you have young children and/or picky eaters that will be sharing in your shrimp scampi without wine.

Of course, you can always cook with tails on and pinch them off for the picky ones. They’ll never know!

Other Easy Ways to Prepare Shrimp

If shrimp scampi isn’t your thing, don’t fret. Try some of my other easy and irresistible shrimp recipes:

What is Shrimp Scampi Sauce Made Of?

Shrimp scampi sauce is traditionally made with garlic, butter, and white wine with various spices and other ingredients tossed in from version to version.

However, as the name implies, this shrimp scampi recipe without wine is a completely non alcoholic version.

In this homemade version, we use broth as an easy, affordable white wine substitute.

The results are just delicious, and you don’t have to go out and purchase any wine!

What to Serve With Shrimp Scampi

This shrimp scampi recipe without wine can be enjoyed in a surprising number of ways. Here are a few ways you can serve your scampi:

As a satisfying appetizer or snack, with a few lemon wedges and crusty bread
With angel hair, linguine, or the pasta of your choice
Served over a bed or lemony rice or orzo
Alongside roasted asparagus, broccoli, or any of your favorite vegetables
On a fresh garden or Caesar salad
Try pairing it with Zucchini Noodles for a gluten free, keto option

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Yield: 4 servings