Shrimp Scampi Linguine: A Classic Italian-American Favorite
Shrimp Scampi Linguine is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed in garlic, butter, and white wine, tossed with linguine and finished with fresh parsley and lemon. Elegant, quick, and bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring cups
- Knife
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for spice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 12 ounces linguine
- 1 tbsp salt for boiling water
- optional lemon zest for garnish
- optional grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Pat shrimp dry. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in white wine and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Return shrimp to skillet and toss gently to combine.
- Transfer to serving plates. Garnish with parsley, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp; cook just until pink. Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version. For a creamy twist, add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 18mg
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