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Quick Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Scampi Pasta

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A fast and elegant lemon-garlic shrimp scampi tossed with pasta for a 20-minute weeknight seafood dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
  5. Pour in white wine and lemon juice, simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Toss in cooked pasta and parsley, mix well.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
  • Pair with a crisp white wine for a complete meal.
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