Shrimp Scampi with Linguine Recipe
This Shrimp Scampi with Linguine is a quick and flavorful Italian-American dish made with juicy shrimp, garlic, lemon, and butter tossed with pasta. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels fancy but is super easy to make.
Ingredients
- 200 g 7 oz linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 250 g 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth or water
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan optional
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside. Save 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp: Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add to the pan and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and curled.
- Make the sauce: Pour in broth, lemon juice, and zest. Stir and let simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Toss pasta: Add cooked pasta to the pan. Toss well to coat. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.
- Finish and serve: Top with fresh parsley and Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.