Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
12 unit

jumbo shrimp

shelled and deveined

1.5 tbsp

olive oil

2 tsp

minced garlic

0.33 cup

dry white wine

1 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

2 tbsp

sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil

chopped

6 tbsp

cold unsalted butter

cut into pieces

0.5 cup

fresh basil

shredded

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Season shrimp with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Sauté shrimp for 1 minute per side, until lightly pink.

Step 5
~2 min

Transfer shrimp to a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~2 min

Bake shrimp in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 7 minutes.

Step 7
~2 min

While shrimp bakes, add minced garlic to the skillet.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook garlic, stirring, over medium heat for 15 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir in dry white wine, lemon juice, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Step 10
~2 min

Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 11
~2 min

Reduce the liquid by two-thirds.

Step 12
~2 min

Reduce heat to low and swirl in cold unsalted butter until melted and emulsified.

Step 13
~2 min

Stir in chopped fresh basil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 14
~2 min

Pour the sauce over the baked shrimp.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't overcook the shrimp; they become rubbery.

Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.

Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or pasta.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lemon risotto
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean-inspired

Cultural Significance

Seafood dishes are popular in coastal regions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Date night

Popularity Score

70/100

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