Shrimp Scampi
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Originally proposed by Alice on Feb 18, 2026
Source: Wikimedia
Scampi is a crustacean-based seafood dish, especially featuring langoustine, as well as shrimp or prawns, varying regionally in preparation. The term "scampi" is also used as a style of preparation.
Source: Wikipedia (Scampi)
Brief shrimp cooking preserves tenderness; pan emulsion coats pasta.
Fast seafood pasta with bright finish.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Method
- Cook linguine in salted water until just shy of al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- Warm butter and olive oil in a large skillet and cook garlic briefly until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in one layer and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side until just pink.
- Add wine and lemon, then a splash of pasta water to form a light glossy sauce.
- Toss in pasta and parsley and serve immediately.
Why These Techniques Work
Browse techniquesQuick shrimp sear
Why it works: High heat sets proteins fast before overcooking.
Why this recipe uses it: Shrimp should stay plump and juicy.
Tight doneness window for lean proteins
Why it works: Fish and shellfish proteins denature quickly, so short cook/cure windows preserve moisture.
Why this recipe uses it: This dish tastes best when seafood remains tender and not chalky.
Recipe facts
- Cuisine
- Italian-American
- Type
- Dinner
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Total time
- 20 minutes
- Servings
- 4 servings
- Tools
- Chef's knife, Cutting board, Measuring cups and spoons
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