Irresistible Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi & Heart-Shaped Pasta Recipe
Author:meryem
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor this flavorful garlic butter shrimp scampi paired with heart-shaped pasta. A delightful meal perfect for special occasions! #recipe #shrimp 152 chars
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz heart-shaped pasta
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Start by cooking your heart-shaped pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain the rest. Set it aside.
Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until aromatic. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink.
Add the Wine: Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer to deglaze the pan.
Finish the Sauce: Stir in lemon juice and zest, then the remaining butter until melted.
Combine: Add the cooked heart-shaped pasta, tossing with the mixture and adding reserved pasta water if needed.
Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve Up: Serve hot, enjoying the delightful aroma of the dish.
Notes
A delicious recipe for Flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Heart-Shaped Pasta, perfect for intimate dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Category:Dinner
Cuisine:Italian
Nutrition
Serving Size:4 servings
Calories:450
Sugar:2g
Fat:20g
Carbohydrates:45g
Fiber:2g
Protein:30g
Keywords: shrimp scampi, garlic butter shrimp, heart-shaped pasta, easy dinner recipe, Italian pasta
