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25-Minute Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

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This 25-Minute Shrimp Scampi with Linguine is a quick and elegant weeknight dinner that brings the taste of a restaurant-quality shrimp pasta right to your home. With tender shrimp, a buttery garlic sauce, a fresh lemon zing, and perfectly cooked linguine, it’s a simple yet luxurious meal.

Ingredients

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  1. For the Pasta:

    • 1 lb (454g) linguine or spaghetti

    • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter

    • ¼ cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil

    • 5 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped

    • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

    • ½ cup (119ml) dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Chablis

    • 1 lb extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined

    • 1 tsp kosher salt

    • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

    • 1 medium lemon, zested (about 2 tsp)

    • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from ½ medium lemon)

    • ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

    For Serving:

    1. High-quality extra virgin olive oil

    2. Flaky sea salt

    3. Crusty bread

Instructions

  • Cook the Pasta:
    Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil, adding a tablespoon of kosher salt. Add the linguine (or spaghetti) and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes. Before draining, reserve about ½ cup of the cooking water.

  • Sauté the Garlic:
    Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic is light golden brown and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  • Add the Wine:
    Increase heat to medium-high and pour in the dry white wine. Allow to simmer and reduce by half, which will take about 2 minutes.

  • Cook the Shrimp:
    Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until opaque on the first side, about 2 minutes. Stir and cook for another minute.

  • Finish the Dish:
    Add the cooked linguine to the pan along with lemon zest, lemon juice, and the reserved pasta cooking water. Toss everything thoroughly with tongs. Stir in the chopped parsley.

 

  • Serve:
    Divide the pasta and shrimp mixture between bowls. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper and flaky sea salt. Serve with crusty bread. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Chablis.

 

  • You can also substitute linguine with spaghetti if preferred.

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