Shrimp Scampi with Pasta
This delicious Shrimp Scampi is made using butter, lemon, garlic, and white wine. It is a family favorite that can be ready to eat in 30 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 274kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp shelled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1/4 cup Italian parsley chopped
- 8 ounces pasta spaghetti, linguini, or fettuccine
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pan. Add the garlic and saute for approximately one minute until it becomes fragrant.
- Add the wine, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the wine is reduced by half.
- Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook just until the shrimp becomes pink. 2-4 minutes. Do not overcook the shrimp or it will become rubbery.
- Toss the pasta into the pan and stir to coat the pasta with the scampi sauce.
- Add the lemon juice and parsley. Mix well.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 301mg | Sodium: 1235mg | Potassium: 358mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 773IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 3mg