Here’s a classic Shrimp Scampi Pasta recipe that’s easy to make and full of garlicky, buttery goodness!

Ingredients:
8 oz spaghetti (or linguine)
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions:
Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Sauté Shrimp: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add 1 tbsp olive oil and remaining butter. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the white wine, scraping up any bits from the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Combine Everything: Stir in lemon juice, and shrimp. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce. Add Parmesan and toss all together.

Finish & Serve: Remove from heat, mix in parsley, and top with more Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately!

Enjoy your shrimp scampi pasta with a glass of white wine and some crusty bread! #shrimp #shrimppasta #seafood #shrimpscampi