Quick 15-Minute Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
A quick and easy shrimp scampi with linguine recipe perfect for date nights, ready in under 15 minutes with a buttery garlic sauce and a hint of fresh lemon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces (340g) linguine pasta
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (about 60ml)
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 ounces (340g) of linguine and cook according to package instructions, usually 9-11 minutes, until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup (120ml) of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, pat dry 1 pound (450g) of peeled and deveined shrimp with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted and shimmering, add minced garlic (4 cloves). Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes on one side until pink at edges, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until fully opaque.
- Pour in 1/4 cup (60ml) dry white wine. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly and meld flavors.
- Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter, lemon juice (juice of 1 lemon), and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Add drained linguine to skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time until the sauce coats noodles beautifully and reaches desired consistency.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp to avoid steaming and rubbery texture. Cook garlic gently over medium-low heat to prevent burning. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if too thick. Substitute gluten-free pasta or dairy-free butter alternatives as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of the rec
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
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