Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Shrimp sauteed in butter, olive oil, white wine, garlic, red pepper flakes and lemon juiced served over fresh pasta
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp Scampi Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 2-4 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a small cup of pasta water.
Shrimp Scampi Sauce Preparation
- 2
Sauté Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- 4
Deglaze with White Wine
Carefully pour in the white wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice and Combine
Stir in the lemon juice and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding a bit of reserved pasta water if necessary to create a sauce.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
