Description
This Easy Shrimp Scampi Linguine is a quick and delicious seafood pasta dish made with succulent shrimp sautéed in a garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon and white wine. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 8 oz. linguine (gluten-free, if needed)
Shrimp and Sauce
- 3 Tbsp. butter (high-quality European butter)
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1 lb. shrimp (peeled and deveined, about 20-24 count/lb)
- â…“ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- ¼ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ¼ tsp. salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 Tbsp. lemon zest
Optional Garnishes
- Grated Parmesan cheese (grated or shredded)
- Parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Make the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a large saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing briefly to release their aroma. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until they start turning opaque and pink.
- Add the Sauce and Simmer: Whisk in the dry white wine (or chicken broth), freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest. Increase the heat to high to bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly reduce the sauce.
- Stir in the Pasta and Serve: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Toss everything together gently to coat the pasta thoroughly with the sauce. Serve the shrimp scampi linguine hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Pair with a glass of white wine for a complete dining experience.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute dry white wine with chicken broth.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for more or less heat.
- Use gluten-free linguine to make the dish gluten-free.
- Fresh lemon juice and zest enhance the brightness of the dish—avoid bottled lemon juice for best flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the shrimp at their freshest and the linguine perfectly coated in sauce.
