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Amazing Shrimp Scampi Pasta: 1 Secret Buttery Sauce

Shrimp Scampi Pasta
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Make restaurant-quality Shrimp Scampi Pasta at home. This recipe focuses on achieving a rich, buttery sauce that perfectly coats the shrimp and pasta. You will love this simple, flavorful dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and half of the butter over medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant; do not let the garlic burn.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Add the remaining butter and the white wine to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine reduce slightly, about 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  8. Add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat.
  9. Add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the pasta beautifully. This creates the creamy, buttery texture you want.
  10. Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Toss everything together gently.
  11. Stir in the fresh parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  12. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For an extra rich sauce, use high-quality butter.
  • If you prefer not to use wine, substitute it with chicken broth or extra pasta water mixed with a splash of white wine vinegar.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp; they finish cooking quickly in the warm sauce.

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