Shrimp and Pancetta in White Wine Sauce

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this **Shrimp and Pancetta in White Wine Sauce**, where tender shrimp and crispy pancetta come together in a garlicky, buttery sauce infused with dry white wine and a hint of lemon. Perfectly seasoned with red pepper flakes for just a touch of heat, this dish is a showcase of simple yet elegant ingredients that create a restaurant-quality meal in just 25 minutes. Serve it over al dente pasta or with warm crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, savory sauce. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressive entertaining, this shrimp and pancetta recipe is guaranteed to delight seafood lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 4 oz pancetta (diced)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cup chicken or seafood stock
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0 cooked pasta or crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp of salt and 1/4 tsp of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced pancetta and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Remove the pancetta with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 3

Add the butter to the skillet with the pancetta fat. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken or seafood stock and lemon juice. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to combine flavors.

Step 7

Return the shrimp and pancetta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Cook for another minute until heated through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle fresh parsley over the top. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately over cooked pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(978.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1531.0

Total Fat 73.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1028.8mg	0%
Sodium 3891.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 147.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 235.1mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1894.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 40.1%

Carbs: 14.7%