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Shrimp Scampi

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2-2 pounds peeled and deveined 21/25 raw shrimp
  • Crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper to taste
  • 4-6 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon 2-3 Tablespoons
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1/2 stick unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 lb. thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta cooked

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a 12″ skillet over medium heat; season shrimp with salt and pepper, and add to skillet. Cook, turning once, until beginning to turn pink. Do not overcook! Transfer to a plate; set aside. The shrimp may need to be cooked in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Add garlic, shallots, and red pepper flakes, to the skillet; cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Next, add in the wine, lemon zest, and lemon juice; cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Finish by stirring in the parsley and butter until combined.
  • Add the cooked pasta and shrimp; toss until combined.