Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Shrimp sautéed in garlic butter and served over pasta.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp and Sauce
Method
Cook Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt once boiling.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add 8 cups of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Prepare Shrimp and Sauce
- 4
Sauté Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
- 5
Add Garlic
Add 4 teaspoons of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Cook Shrimp
Add 1 pound of large shrimp to the skillet. Season with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 7
Add Lemon and Parsley
Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, cooking for an additional minute.