Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

Name: Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Cuisine: Various
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 tbsp butter; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup dry white wine; Juice of 1 lemon; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 8 oz angel hair pasta; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil

A bright, buttery shrimp scampi with garlic, white wine, and fresh lemon. Ready in under 20 minutes.

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🕐 Prep: 10 min | 🔥 Cook: 8 min | ⏱️ Total: 18 min

Equipment

Ingredients

▸ 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
▸ 4 tbsp butter
▸ 4 cloves garlic, minced
▸ 1/4 cup dry white wine
▸ Juice of 1 lemon
▸ 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
▸ 8 oz angel hair pasta
▸ 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
▸ Salt and pepper to taste
▸ 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta

1. Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.

Make the Scampi

1. Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove to a plate.
3. Add remaining butter and garlic. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in wine and lemon juice. Let bubble 1 minute.
5. Return shrimp to pan, add red pepper flakes and drained pasta. Toss to coat, adding pasta water if needed.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Cook's Notes

💡 Use frozen shrimp thawed under cold water if fresh isn't available.
💡 Substitute chicken broth for wine if preferred.
💡 Don't overcook the shrimp — they'll continue cooking from residual heat.