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Delicious Lemony Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

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A quick and easy lemony shrimp scampi served with delicate angel hair pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties. This dish combines garlic-infused butter, fresh lemon, and tender shrimp for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen; wild-caught if possible)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • Salt for pasta water

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (5 minutes): Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. Pat dry with paper towels. Mince garlic, zest and juice the lemons, and chop parsley.
  2. Cook the Pasta (8-10 minutes): Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-4 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Drain pasta and set aside.
  3. Sauté Shrimp (3-4 minutes): Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
  4. Make the Sauce (5 minutes): In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Pour in white wine (or broth) and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits. Let sauce simmer 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Combine Everything (2-3 minutes): Return shrimp to skillet along with lemon zest and chopped parsley. Toss in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time to loosen sauce as needed. Toss gently until pasta is evenly coated and shrimp warmed through.
  6. Final Taste & Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Fresh lemon zest is preferred over bottled lemon juice for best flavor. Substitutions: gluten-free pasta for gluten-free diet; dairy-free margarine or extra olive oil for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, lemon shrimp, angel hair pasta, quick dinner, seafood pasta, easy recipe, garlic butter sauce

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