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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi for National Shrimp Day

A white bowl filled with Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi tossed with linguine pasta and garnished generously with fresh parsley.
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Make this classic shrimp scampi recipe for a quick, sophisticated seafood dinner. It features plump shrimp coated in a rich garlic butter and lemon sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 12 ounces linguine or spaghetti

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in the white wine or broth and lemon juice. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
  6. Add the drained pasta and the reserved pasta water to the skillet with the shrimp. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the garlic butter sauce.
  7. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use fresh lemon zest along with the juice.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let the sauce simmer uncovered for an extra minute before adding the shrimp.
  • Serve this quick seafood dinner over angel hair pasta for an even faster cooking time.

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