Shrimp Scampi
30 min · 6 steps
Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps
About this dish
Plump prawns are seared in garlic butter with white wine and lemon, then tossed with linguine and parsley for a bright, fast Italian-American classic.
Allergy Info
Dairy, Gluten, Sulphites, Crustaceans
Diet Info
Pescatarian
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- Garlic clovesminced4
- Lemon juice30 ml
- Flat-leaf parsleychopped15 g
Fish & Seafood
- Large raw shrimppeeled and deveined500 g
Dairy & Eggs
- Unsalted butterdivided60 g
Dried Goods
- Linguine or spaghetti350 g
Spices & Seasonings
- red chilli flakes0.5 tsp
- Saltto taste
Oils & Condiments
- Olive oil30 ml
- White wine120 ml
Utensils
- Large pot
- Large frying pan
- Meat thermometer
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
Method
Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
Heat the olive oil and half the butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat and cook the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the prawns and chilli flakes and cook for 3 minutes, turning once, until pink and opaque, checking with a meat thermometer for 63°C.
Pour in the white wine and lemon juice and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining butter until glossy, then toss through the drained linguine, loosening with the reserved pasta water.
Scatter with chopped parsley and season with salt before serving.