Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of shrimp scampi, a dish that transforms any meal into a culinary celebration. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with zesty lemon and herbs, all served over perfectly cooked pasta. In just under 30 minutes, you can impress your family or guests with this gourmet dish that’s sure to earn rave reviews.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook linguine for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Create sauce: Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Finish the dish: Reduce heat to low, stir in remaining butter, chopped parsley, and red pepper flakes. Toss with cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg