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Flavorful Lemon Butter Garlic Shrimp Scampi Linguine

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi linguine recipe featuring bright lemon, rich butter, and garlic for a comforting yet elegant dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces linguine pasta
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (if using). Cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. If sauce seems dry, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until silky.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet and add the drained linguine. Toss everything together gently to coat the pasta in the buttery lemon garlic sauce. Heat through for 1-2 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with optional grated Parmesan on the side.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a good sear and prevent steaming. Use both butter and olive oil to prevent butter from burning. Add lemon juice off the heat to preserve freshness. Reserve pasta water to help sauce cling to pasta. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, lemon butter shrimp, garlic shrimp pasta, linguine recipe, quick dinner, easy shrimp recipe

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