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Flavorful Shrimp Scampi Linguine Recipe Easy Homemade White Wine Sauce

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi linguine with a bright, buttery white wine sauce that tastes fancy but comes together in about 25 minutes. Perfect for busy nights or special dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces linguine pasta (about 340g), preferably good-quality
  • 1 pound large shrimp (about 450g), peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 60g), divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 3/4 cup dry white wine (180ml), such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio (or low-sodium chicken broth as non-alcoholic substitute)
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant and slightly golden, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Pour 3/4 cup dry white wine into the skillet. Stir and scrape browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced by half.
  6. Lower heat and stir in lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons butter until melted and sauce is smooth.
  7. Return shrimp and drained linguine to the skillet. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce needs loosening. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the pasta and stir to combine.
  9. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp to avoid steaming. Pat shrimp dry before cooking for better sear. Use good-quality white wine you enjoy drinking. Watch garlic carefully to prevent burning. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side to avoid toughness.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, linguine, white wine sauce, quick dinner, easy pasta, garlic shrimp, seafood pasta

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