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Delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp scampi tossed with delicate angel hair pasta, brightened with fresh lemon juice and finished with parsley. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta (225 grams)
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (450 grams)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 55 grams), softened
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (120 ml), such as Sauvignon Blanc (can substitute with chicken broth)
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces (225 g) of angel hair pasta and cook for 2-3 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup (120 ml) of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Pat 1 pound (450 g) of peeled and deveined large shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When butter melts and starts to foam, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and golden, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque and slightly firm but not rubbery.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the liquid reduces by half.
  6. Stir in fresh lemon juice (about 3 tablespoons), 2 more tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the drained angel hair pasta to the skillet. Toss gently with tongs to coat in the garlic butter sauce. If the sauce feels too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a good sear and avoid steaming. Watch garlic carefully to prevent burning. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. White wine can be substituted with chicken broth or water with vinegar if needed.

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