Shrimp Scampi Made Easy: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish
Learn how to make a delicious shrimp scampi that combines traditional flavors with a modern twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
- Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked linguine with the shrimp mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh shrimp.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, scampi, pasta, seafood, easy recipe