How to Make the Perfect Quick Shrimp Scampi
Italian · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
This quick shrimp scampi is a restaurant-quality dish you can make at home in just 15 minutes. Buttery garlicky shrimp over linguine makes this one of the fastest and most impressive quick recipes in your arsenal.
Why this recipe works
This Quick Shrimp Scampi recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 460 calories with 30g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 300 g linguine
- 400 g large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 60 ml dry white wine
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook Pasta
Boil linguine in well salted water until al dente according to package directions then drain reserving half a cup of pasta water.
Step 2: Saute Garlic
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook garlic for 1 minute until fragrant being careful not to burn it.
Step 3: Cook Shrimp
Add shrimp and white wine to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
Step 4: Toss and Serve
Add cooked linguine and a splash of pasta water to the skillet and toss everything together then garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- white wine → chicken broth for an alcohol free version
- butter → olive oil for a lighter dairy free alternative
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overcooking shrimp making them rubbery and tough
- Burning the garlic by using too high heat during the saute step
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 460 calories, 30g protein, 48g carbs, 16g fat, 2g fiber.
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