Nut-free Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian-American dish known for its delicious garlic and butter sauce. This nut-free version of shrimp scampi is perfect for those with nut allergies or anyone looking for a simple and flavorful seafood dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the pasta 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 cook 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 lemon juice, and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
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
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the nut-free shrimp scampi with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can use olive oil instead of butter and omit the white wine.
Cost
$20