Classic Shrimp Scampi (Lemon Garlic)
This Classic Shrimp Scampi is bursting with bright lemon and garlic flavors, coming together in under 30 minutes for a fresh, indulgent meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon juice of
- 1 lemon zest of
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest, scraping up browned bits for flavor.
- Return shrimp to skillet with remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Toss in cooked pasta and mix gently. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce and coat noodles evenly.
- Turn off heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta. Toss to combine, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, and serve immediately.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp peeled and deveined for best texture and flavor.
- Don’t overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture.
- Reserve pasta water to achieve a silky sauce consistency.
- Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Substitute butter with dairy-free alternative for a dairy-free version.