Here’s a classic Homemade Shrimp Scampi recipe for you to try:
Homemade Shrimp Scampi
Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and season with salt and black pepper.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using).
- SautΓ© for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and bring to a simmer.
- Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- Combine:
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, adding some of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the chopped parsley.
- Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Divide the shrimp scampi among plates.
- Garnish with more chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
This recipe is perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner. The combination of garlic, lemon, and white wine creates a deliciously flavorful sauce that pairs perfectly with shrimp and pasta.
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