Carolina Shrimp Scampi
Indulge in the flavors of Mecklenburg cuisine with this delicious Carolina Shrimp Scampi recipe. This dish is bursting with the fresh taste of shrimp, garlic, and butter, and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta with the shrimp and garlic butter sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Skillet Wooden spoon Colander
Tools
Cooking knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Carolina Shrimp Scampi with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the shrimp scampi before serving.
Cost
$20