Shrimp Scampi Recipe
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Pasta
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
Cooking the Scampi
- 2
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted and bubbling, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 4
Combine with Sauce
Once the shrimp are cooked, stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.