Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp scampi is incredible and oh so satisfying. It is shrimp cooked in a garlic, butter and white wine sauce. It herbaceous, a little acidic, savory and has that signature taste of the sea that the shrimp brings to the table. These flavor notes are then amplified with a few other component to make things interesting. The end result is tender shrimp dish that pairs perfectly with a glass of pinot grigio. The shrimp scampi recipe below is served over linguine.
Ingredients
Serves 4
1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb. linguine
½ cup dry white wine
4 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt
Black pepper, to taste
Water
Directions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.
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Salt water generously and add the pasta.
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Stir to prevent sticking and wait until the water returns to a boil.
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Allow pasta to cook for about 6 minutes or until al dente.
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Heat a sauté pan over medium high heat.
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Reduce to medium. Add the butter and olive oil to the pan. Move it around to coat the pan.
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When the butter starts to foam add the minced garlic as well as the red pepper flakes. Stir.
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Sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant.
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Add the shrimp and stir to coat with butter and oil.
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Pour in the white wine and lemon juice. Stir.
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Arrange the shrimp in an even layer on the bottom of the sauté pan.
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Increase heat to high and bring the sauce to a boil.
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Boil for 2-3 minutes.
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Turn the shrimp cook for another minute for even cooking.
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When shrimp are bright pink and opaque remove the pan from the heat and finish with parsley and black pepper.
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Toss to combine and set aside.
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Drain the pasta.
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Divide the pasta among 4 plates.
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Place shrimp (about 4-5) over each serving of pasta. Pour sauce over the shrimp.
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Enjoy!
In the end you have a tasty dish to devour. Every bite is super flavorful. The garlic, butter, and white wine makes a five star sauce and the addition of parsley as well as the red pepper gives it a little kick. Every shrimp is perfectly coated and the pasta completes the plate.
