Shrimp Scampi with Pasta
This classic Shrimp Scampi with Pasta features succulent shrimp tossed in a vibrant emulsion of butter, garlic, lemon, and white wine for a restaurant-quality meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
16 ounces linguine
1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large shallots, minced
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Boil linguine in heavily salted water until just under al dente; reserve one cup of pasta water.
2. Melt half the butter with olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.
3. Sauté minced shallots and garlic until softened and fragrant.
4. Add shrimp to the pan and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Pour in white wine and lemon juice, simmering until liquid reduces by half.
6. Whisk in remaining cold butter to create a glossy, emulsified sauce.
7. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet and fold in fresh parsley.
8. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
Notes
Use cold butter at the end to ensure the sauce emulsifies properly.
Do not overcook the shrimp; remove from heat as soon as they turn pink and C-shaped.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the garlic butter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
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