You need less than 10 ingredients to make shrimp scampi. Shrimp. Choose large or extra-large shrimp for this recipe. The shrimp should be shelled, deveined and preferably have the tails on.

Shrimp scampi is said to have originated in the Italian city of Genoa in 14th century. The word “scampi” is Italian for a type of small crustacean that’s akin to a mini lobster. Also called ...