Description
Enjoy a quick and flavorful Shrimp Scampi Linguine, featuring tender shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce, tossed with al dente linguine, fresh lemon, and parsley. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (about 1 tablespoon of salt).
- Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- Drain the linguine and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fully cooked. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Pour in the white wine, scraping up any bits from the pan. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Reduce heat to low, add remaining butter, and stir until melted. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss the drained linguine in the skillet with the sauce.
- Add cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss until combined and heated through.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top and toss again.
- Serve immediately, twirling pasta onto plates for presentation.
- Optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley leaves.
- Sit down and savor your delicious homemade shrimp scampi linguine!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- For a richer flavor, consider using a combination of butter and olive oil.
- Pair with a glass of the same white wine used in the recipe for a perfect meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes