What can you use instead of white wine in shrimp scampi? Instead of white wine, you can use broth. I recommend chicken broth over vegetable broth or seafood broth. You can also add a tablespoon of white wine vinegar. What is shrimp scampi sauce made of? Scampi sauce is typically made with butter, olive oil, shallot, garlic, white wine and lemon juice. This recipe doesn't use olive oil but feel free to add it.