Description
Succulent Creamy Shrimp Scampi delivers Mediterranean coastal flavors with luxurious pasta and garlic-infused butter sauce. Seafood enthusiasts will savor delicate shrimp nestled in silky noodles, creating an elegant dinner experience you can master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 lb linguine, cooked
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 tbsps (¼ cup) unsalted butter
- 1 cup white wine
- ¼ cup chopped shallots
- 2 tbsps sliced garlic
- 3 tbsps lemon juice
- 2 tbsps (1/8 cup) freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
- 2 tbsps freshly chopped parsley (for garnish)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Sear Shrimp: Flash-cook seasoned shrimp in a scorching skillet until golden and caramelized, creating a rich exterior. Remove and reserve for later incorporation.
- Develop Aromatic Base: Melt butter in the same skillet, introducing finely chopped shallots, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until fragrant and shallots become translucent, releasing their delicate essence.
- Create Sauce Foundation: Deglaze the pan with dry white wine and lemon juice, allowing the liquid to reduce and concentrate flavors, forming an intensely vibrant sauce base. Integrate fresh parsley to infuse bright, herbal notes.
- Craft Creamy Texture: Stream in heavy cream while stirring continuously, transforming the sauce into a silky, luxurious consistency. Season with salt and black pepper to elevate the taste profile and balance the flavors.
- Combine Pasta and Protein: Introduce linguine directly into the sauce, gently tossing to ensure complete and even coating. Reintegrate the seared shrimp, allowing them to warm through and harmonize with the creamy mixture.
- Finale and Presentation: Generously garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and additional chopped parsley. Serve immediately while piping hot, maintaining the pasta’s al dente texture and the sauce’s sumptuous consistency.
Notes
- Sear for Golden Crust: Achieve a perfect caramelized exterior on shrimp by using a hot skillet and avoiding overcrowding to ensure each piece develops a beautiful golden-brown color.
- Wine Reduction Magic: Let the white wine and lemon juice simmer and reduce to concentrate flavors, creating a more intense and sophisticated sauce base that elevates the entire dish.
- Cream Stirring Technique: Add heavy cream slowly and stir continuously to prevent separation and create a smooth, velvety sauce that coats the pasta beautifully.
- Timing is Key: Serve immediately after preparation to maintain the pasta’s al dente texture and the sauce’s luxurious, creamy consistency for the best dining experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 830
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 53 g
- Saturated Fat: 32 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 250 mg