Garlic Shrimp Pasta (Shrimp Scampi Recipe)
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
517 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Shrimp Pasta (Shrimp Scampi Recipe)
Description
This recipe begins by cooking spaghetti until tender. Shrimp are rinsed and dried before sautéing in olive oil and butter over medium-high heat, allowing the garlic minced finely to release its aroma without burning. Parsley adds a touch of herbal freshness mixed in with the shrimp as they cook quickly until just pink, ensuring they remain tender and juicy.
A splash of white wine or pasta water helps to deglaze the pan and form a light sauce that coats the pasta when combined. Additional butter enriches the sauce, contributing to a slightly creamy texture. The seasoned shrimp and sauce are stirred together with the drained spaghetti for an even distribution of flavors.
This pasta pairs well with simple sides and can be served immediately to retain the pasta’s springiness and the shrimp’s delicate texture. Adjusting the amount of garlic or using a different pasta shape allows customization.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp good quality fresh or frozen- shelled, deveined, cleaned with the tail left on, raw
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp butter (good quality, like Kerrygold)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 Tbsp parsley (finely chopped, fresh is best, if not use frozen or ½ tsp of dried)
- ⅛ tsp salt (to taste)
- ⅛ tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 Tbsp white wine (a dash, or water from the cooked pasta)
- 1 lb spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti as directed on the box. While it is simmering, make the shrimp and sauce.
- Rinse, then dry the shrimp in paper towel.
- Place the olive oil and 1 Tbsp of the butter in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, then add the parsley.
- Turn the heat up, then add the shrimp.
- The shrimp will only need to cook for about 4 or 5 minutes, so as soon as they turn pink, turn them over and make sure they are evenly cooked. Season with a little salt and pepper.
- Add a little white wine (or water from the pasta that’s cooking), and the other 2 Tbsp of butter.
- Stir well and remove from heat. Cover to keep warm until the pasta is ready.
- Drain the pasta and place in a bowl with the shrimp and sauce added on top. Stir to coat the pasta.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Omit garlic if allergic or not preferred.
- Swap spaghetti for other pasta shapes according to your preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 517 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 517kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 70g | 23% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 132mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 632mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 324mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 441IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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