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Quick Shrimp Scampi

Quick Shrimp Scampi combines succulent shrimp and pasta in a rich buttery sauce, offering an elegant yet speedy meal, perfect for family dinners or special nights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb pasta (spaghetti, angel hair, or linguine)
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp minced fresh parsley
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Clean the shrimp by peeling and deveining.
  • Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter, then sauté garlic and red pepper.
  • Add shrimp, season with salt, and cook until opaque.
  • Deglaze skillet with wine and add lemon juice.
  • Return shrimp to skillet, mix with cooked pasta and parsley.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 48
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 25
  • Cholesterol: 180