Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian-American dish that features succulent shrimp cooked in a garlic butter sauce with white wine and lemon. It's simple, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal.
Ingredients:
Here's what you'll need to make shrimp scampi:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup white wine
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- Extra virgin olive oil for cooking
Instructions:
Follow these steps to make delicious shrimp scampi:
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Prepare the Shrimp:
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
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Cook the Pasta:
- Cook the linguine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Cook the Shrimp:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, and cook until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in white wine and lemon juice, and bring to a simmer.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve:
- Place the cooked pasta on a serving dish.
- Top with the shrimp and sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Review:
"This shrimp scampi recipe is fantastic! The shrimp are perfectly cooked and the sauce is bursting with flavor. It's a restaurant-quality dish that's surprisingly easy to make at home. My family loves it!" - Happy Chef