Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp Scampi is a vibrant dish that combines succulent shrimp with a luscious garlic butter sauce, perfectly coating al dente pasta. This quick and easy recipe transports you to a coastal paradise with every bite. Bursting with flavors from fresh ingredients like lemon and parsley, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a handful of key ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delightful meal in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil together. Sauté garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add shrimp in a single layer; season with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes per side).
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping any bits off the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with reserved pasta water if needed, mixing well to coat.
- Remove from heat; stir in parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg