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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp scampi recipe that balances bold flavors with an effortless cooking process, perfect for weeknights or casual dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) dry white wine (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons), plus zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces (225g) linguine or spaghetti, cooked al dente (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup (60ml) pasta water.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Pour in dry white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping browned bits from the pan.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Let butter melt and sauce thicken slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce. Mix in chopped parsley and lemon zest.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure shrimp sear properly. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Combine butter with olive oil to prevent burning. Use dry white wine you would drink or substitute with chicken broth or water plus lemon juice. Cook shrimp quickly over medium heat to avoid rubbery texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter. For gluten-free, use zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta.

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