Description
Shrimp Scampi is a classic Italian-American dish featuring succulent shrimp in a garlic, butter, and white wine sauce, all served over a bed of pasta. This easy and quick recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of zesty lemon, rich butter, and tender shrimp will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces (225g) linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh lemon wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the white wine (or chicken broth) to the skillet, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest, then return the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
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- You can substitute the white wine with chicken or vegetable broth if you prefer a non-alcoholic version.
- For extra flavor, try adding freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top just before serving.
- You can use any kind of pasta you like, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or even zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 210mg