Shrimp Scampi

Quick and elegant shrimp cooked in garlic, butter, and white wine sauce

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Italian
  • quick
  • seafood
  • pasta
  • elegant
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz linguine or angel hair pasta
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Red pepper flakes to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving

Nutrition

Calories

380

95 per serving

Protein

25g

50% DV

Fat

12g

17% DV

Carbs

45g

15% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein26%
Fat28%
Carbs47%
Fiber
2g
0

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions, reserve 1 cup pasta water.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Season shrimp with salt and pepper, cook for 1-2 minutes per side.

  4. 4

    Remove shrimp and set aside.

  5. 5

    Add garlic to the same pan, cook for 30 seconds.

  6. 6

    Add white wine and lemon juice, simmer for 2 minutes.

  7. 7

    Add butter and red pepper flakes.

  8. 8

    Return shrimp to pan with cooked pasta and toss.

  9. 9

    Add pasta water if needed for consistency.

  10. 10

    Garnish with parsley, lemon zest, and parmesan.