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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp scampi recipe served with delicate angel hair pasta, perfect for a comforting yet elegant dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add angel hair pasta and cook 2-3 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Set aside.
  2. Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter with olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook 1-2 minutes until just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Pour white wine into skillet and simmer until reduced by half, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until butter melts and sauce is silky.
  6. Add cooked pasta and shrimp back to skillet. Toss gently to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to keep them tender. Dry shrimp well before cooking to avoid steaming. Cook garlic on medium-low heat to prevent burning. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce for silky texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and omit Parmesan cheese.

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