4.8 (356 reviews)

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

2 people

Easy Seafood

Shrimp Scampi

Garlicky shrimp in white wine butter sauce

  • 1
    400g large shrimp, peeled
  • 2
    300g linguine pasta
  • 3
    6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4
    1/2 cup white wine
  • 5
    4 tablespoons butter
  • 6
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 7
    Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 8
    Lemon juice and zest
1

Cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.

2

Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large pan. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 1 minute.

3

Add shrimp, cook until pink on both sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.

4

Add white wine to pan, simmer for 2 minutes. Add remaining butter and lemon juice.

5

Return shrimp to pan, add cooked pasta and toss. Add pasta water if needed.

6

Garnish with parsley, lemon zest, and serve immediately.

Calories
520 kcal
Protein
36g
Carbohydrates
54g
Fat
18g
Fiber
3g
Sodium
620mg

Don't overcook shrimp - they cook very quickly

Use good quality white wine for best flavor

Toss pasta in sauce for maximum flavor absorption

Add extra lemon for bright, fresh taste