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Flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Recipe Easy Angel Hair Pasta

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp scampi with delicate angel hair pasta, delivering a cozy, satisfying meal with bold flavors and minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen shrimp)
  • 8 ounces (225g) angel hair pasta
  • 4 tablespoons (about 56g) unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup (120ml) dry white wine (optional)
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces (225g) of angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually 2-3 minutes, until al dente. Drain promptly and toss with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat dry 1 pound (450g) of peeled and deveined shrimp with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter is melted and bubbling, add shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Pour in ½ cup (120ml) dry white wine and the juice of 1 lemon. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. Stir in ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Return the shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to coat in the sauce and heat through for about 1 minute.
  7. Add the cooked angel hair pasta directly into the skillet. Toss everything together gently to make sure the pasta is evenly coated with garlic butter and shrimp.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Keep garlic sautéing on medium heat to prevent burning. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Reserve some pasta water to loosen sauce if needed. Start cooking shrimp just before pasta finishes to serve hot. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative and skip Parmesan. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta or spiralized zucchini.

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