Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

Name: Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 12 oz. linguine; 2 tsp. lemon zest plus 6 Tbsp lemon juice, divided; 1 1/2 lb. medium peeled and deveined shrimp (38 to 40); Kosher salt and pepper; 3 tbsp. olive oil, divided; 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes; 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 1/4 c. dry white wine; 2 tbsp. flat-leaf parsley, chopped

The dinner of our dreams.

By Tina MartinezPublished: Aug 8, 2023

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Mike Garten

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

35 mins

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Shrimp scampi's signature buttery, garlicky white wine sauce pairs perfectly with a pile of pasta. Cook up a big batch, then invite everyone you know over for dinner tonight.

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Ingredients

12 oz.
linguine
2 tsp.
lemon zest plus 6 Tbsp lemon juice, divided
1 1/2 lb.
medium peeled and deveined shrimp (38 to 40)
Kosher salt and pepper
3 Tbsp.
olive oil, divided
3 Tbsp.
unsalted butter, divided
1
shallot, finely chopped
1/2 tsp.
red pepper flakes
4
large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 1/4 cups
dry white wine
2 Tbsp.
flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Step 1Cook linguine per package directions. Drain, transfer to large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, pat shrimp dry, then toss in medium bowl with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet on medium-high. Add half of shrimp and cook 2 minutes, then flip and cook 1 minute. Transfer to plate (shrimp will finish cooking later). Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining shrimp.
3. Step 3Reduce heat to medium, add 1 tablespoon butter and remaining tablespoon oil. Add shallot and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Step 4Add wine and simmer, scraping up any browned bits, until reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, remaining 4 tablespoons lemon juice and 2 tablespoons butter and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; simmer until slightly reduced, 1 to 2 minutes.
5. Step 5Add shrimp and cook until heated through, 1 minute. Sprinkle with parsley and serve shrimp with linguine drizzled with pan juices.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 640 cal, 21 g fat (7 g sat), 297 mg chol, 570 mg sodium, 69 g carb, 6 g fiber, 3 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 46 g pro

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