Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Shrimp Scampi Linguine, a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp, aromatic garlic, and zesty lemon over tender linguine. This elegant yet simple recipe is perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality taste in just 30 minutes. With its buttery sauce and vibrant presentation, this dish is sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic and get shrimp ready.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot; cook linguine until al dente (about 3 minutes).
- Saut? garlic and shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and saut? until fragrant (about 1 minute). Toss in shrimp; cook until pink (2-3 minutes).
- Add wine and lemon: Pour in white wine and scrape the skillet's bottom for flavor; simmer for 2 minutes then stir in lemon juice.
- Combine pasta: Drain linguine, reserving some pasta water. Add linguine to the skillet; mix with sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Top with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg