Easy Shrimp Scampi with Linguine Recipe

Ingredients

• 350gLinguine
• 450gLarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4-5 clovesGarlic, minced
• 4 tbspUnsalted butter
• 2 tbspOlive oil
• 1/2 cupDry white wine or chicken broth
• 2 tbspLemon juice, fresh
• 1/4 tspRed pepper flakes
• 1/4 cupFresh parsley, chopped
• to tasteSalt and black pepper

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories

490 kcal

Protein

30 g

Carbs

45 g

Fat

20 g

Steps

1. 1

   Cook linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and red pepper flakes; cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant (do not brown).

5. 5

   Pour in white wine (or broth) and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

6. 6

   Add the cooked and drained linguine to the skillet. Return shrimp to the pan. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.

7. 7

   Stir in fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.