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Shrimp Scampi Linguine

Plump shrimp in a garlicky white wine butter sauce over linguine. 20 minutes flat.

Shrimp Scampi Linguine
Prep
10m
Cook
10m
Total
20m
Serves
4

Ingredients

  • 12 oz linguine
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • Salt, pepper, parmesan

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
560 kcal
Protein
32 g
Carbs
62 g
Fat
18 g

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook linguine in salted water 1 minute less than package time. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain.

  2. 2

    Pat shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Melt 2 tbsp butter with oil over medium-high. Sear shrimp 1 minute per side until just pink; transfer out.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to medium; add garlic and pepper flakes, cook 30 seconds. Pour in wine, simmer 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add remaining butter, lemon juice, and pasta. Toss with splashes of pasta water until silky.

  6. 6

    Return shrimp, add zest and parsley. Serve with parmesan.

Cook's tips

  • Don't overcook the shrimp — they'll finish in the sauce.