Famous Shrimp Scampi Easy Recipe for Any Occasion

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 lemon zest and juice
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
• to taste salt and black pepper
• for serving lemon wedges

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
4. Once the shrimp are cooked, add the lemon zest and juice to the skillet. Toss in the cooked pasta, adding a bit of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Stir well to combine.
5. Remove from heat and add the chopped parsley. Give the dish a final toss to ensure everything is coated in the garlicky sauce.
6. Serve the shrimp scampi in nice bowls or on plates, garnishing with additional parsley and lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.