One Pot Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi

5 from 3 votes

This one pot Cilantro Lime Shrimp recipe is loaded with flavor and takes just 15 minutes to prepare.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Italian

Difficulty: Easy

Servings:

In a shallow bowl, stir together the flour with a pinch salt and pepper. Set aside.
½ cup all purpose flour, salt and pepper
Heat a large frying pan over medium/high heat. Add the olive oil and allow to heat up.
2 tbsp olive oil
Toss the shrimp in the flour mixture and add to the pan in batches. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes, turning/tossing occasionally. When opaque/cooked through, transfer to a plate and set aside.
1½ lbs. jumbo shrimp
Reduce heat to medium and add in two tablespoons butter. When the butter has melted, add the garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until translucent and fragrant.
12 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 cloves garlic
Slowly add in the wine, lime juice, and cilantro. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer and allow to cook for 2 full minutes, stirring occasionally.
¼ cup chardonnay or dry white wine, ¼ cup lime juice, ¼ cup cilantro
Whisk in the remaining butter a bit at a time, allowing it to melt before adding more.
Add the shrimp back into the skillet and coat completely with the sauce. Sprinkle with more cilantro and garnish with lime wedges.
lime wedges and more cilantro
Serve hot with rice, toasted bread, or pasta. Enjoy!

Buy firm, translucent shrimp that are free of blemishes. If using frozen, defrost and remove any excess moisture.
Use kitchen scissors to cut along the back and remove the dark vein. Rinse and pat dry.
Substitute chicken broth for wine if you don't want alcohol in your dish.
Store for up to 3 days in the fridge.