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Classic Shrimp Scampi
Traditional dish · Italian-American
A timeless Italian-American classic featuring plump shrimp sautéed in garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon, often served over linguine or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- Shrimp1 lb, peeled and deveined
- Linguine pasta12 oz
- Butter6 tbsp
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Dry white wine1/2 cup
- Lemon juice1/4 cup
- Fresh parsley1/4 cup, chopped
- Red pepper flakes1/4 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2
While pasta cooks, melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 4
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- 5
Pour in white wine and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits.
- 6
Stir in chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Add the drained linguine to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a smooth sauce.
- 8
Serve immediately.
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