Description
Shrimp Scampi Pasta is a delightful Italian classic that harmoniously combines succulent shrimp, al dente pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce, all elevated by a splash of fresh lemon juice and the vibrant touch of parsley. This easy-to-follow recipe will transport you to a cozy trattoria, making it perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 medium lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook until pink (about 3 minutes per side). Remove shrimp from skillet.
- Pour lemon juice and reserved pasta water into the skillet; stir well.
- Return drained pasta to the skillet along with remaining butter and parsley; toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes. - To make it creamier, stir in a splash of heavy cream before serving. - Feel free to swap shrimp for chicken or scallops if desired.