Description
Shrimp Scampi with Pasta is a quick and elegant Italian-American dish featuring tender shrimp in a luscious garlic butter sauce, tossed with delicate angel hair pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this flavorful meal is perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package angel hair pasta
- ½ cup butter
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 4 lemon wedges
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Add angel hair pasta and cook until al dente, about 4-5 minutes.
- Drain and set aside, keeping warm.
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Prepare the Shrimp:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Cook the Shrimp:
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, until they turn pink.
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Make the Sauce:
- Pour in the vegetable broth, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
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Combine and Serve:
- Pour the shrimp and sauce over the cooked pasta. Toss well to coat.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Pasta Alternatives: Use linguine or spaghetti if angel hair pasta is unavailable.
- Add Vegetables: Sautéed spinach, cherry tomatoes, or asparagus make great additions.
- Creamy Version: Add ½ cup of heavy cream to the sauce for a richer dish.
- Spicy Kick: Add ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
