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Garlic Shrimp Scampi

A quick and flavorful garlic shrimp scampi with angel hair pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz angel hair pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled & deveined
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add angel hair pasta and cook until al dente, about 3–4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in remaining butter and lemon juice, tossing to coat the shrimp in the garlic butter sauce.
  5. Return pasta to the skillet. Add chopped parsley, toss everything together, and cook for another minute until heated through.
  6. Divide among plates, garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges, and serve immediately.
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