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A serving of savory shrimp scampi with pasta and herbs.

Best way to grow a perfect Shrimp Scampi in 30

This recipe guides you through creating a delicious shrimp scampi in just 30 minutes, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. It's an easy dish to master, even for beginner cooks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes optional
Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  2. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  3. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside, then add white wine or broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Stir in lemon juice and reserved pasta water, then return shrimp and pasta to the skillet.
  5. Toss everything together to combine, then stir in fresh parsley and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Serve immediately with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce. For a richer flavor, use fresh shrimp instead of frozen. You can also add a splash of cream for a creamier sauce.