Description
Shrimp scampi is a mouthwatering dish that combines succulent shrimp with a buttery garlic sauce, brightened by fresh lemon and parsley. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a favorite for seafood lovers everywhere. With its delightful aroma and rich flavors, shrimp scampi is sure to impress both family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and parsley and set aside.
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp: Toss in the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Add lemon juice & season: Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes if using; mix well for another minute.
- Toss pasta & serve: Combine cooked pasta with the shrimp mixture and add reserved pasta water as needed for sauce consistency. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 240mg