Description
This Shrimp Scampi with Pasta recipe offers a quick and delicious meal combining tender shrimp sautéed in garlic butter and white wine sauce, tossed with delicate angel hair pasta. It’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner with its vibrant garlic and lemon notes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
Shrimp and Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
Garnish
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook until al dente, about 4-5 minutes. Drain the pasta and keep it warm while preparing the shrimp and sauce.
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce: Pour the dry white wine into the pan with the shrimp. Season with ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then let it simmer for 30 seconds to enhance the flavors and slightly reduce the liquid.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the shrimp and sauce. Toss everything together gently to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the garlic butter and wine sauce.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley over the pasta. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish to add a fresh, zesty flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- If you prefer non-alcoholic, substitute the white wine with chicken broth or vegetable stock.
- Angel hair pasta cooks very quickly, so watch it closely to avoid overcooking.
- For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce before combining with pasta.
- Garnish with additional parsley or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
