linda’s shrimp scampi

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Linda's delicious shrimp scampi recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

300

Sugar

Fat

10g

Shrimp Scampi is a classic Italian-American dish that is an all-time worldwide favorite. Plump, juicy shrimp, fresh lemon, garlic, white wine, and parsley are tossed together and served on a bed of hot linguine. It's quick to make, but it is an incredibly delicious meal fit for a savory, hearty, and comforting dinner. Serve in small portions as an appetizer or make a large serving for a main course. Either way, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy any seafood and pasta lover.

Instructions

1.	Begin by cleaning the shrimp, then put them aside.
2.	Finely chop the garlic and parsley.
3.	Heat up the olive oil in a skillet and add the garlic to cook till it becomes fragrant.
4.	Add the shrimp and cook till it turns pink. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
5.	Add the lemon juice and bottle of clam juice and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6.	Add remaining parsley and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
7.	Cook the linguine according to packaging instructions and drain.
8.	Serve the scampi over the hot, cooked linguine.

PROS

Linda’s shrimp scampi recipe is packed with flavor and is incredibly easy to prepare.
It’s perfect for a quick dinner that will keep your taste buds wanting more.

The dish is high in protein and low in fat making it an excellent diet meal.

CONS

This dish contains high amounts of sodium and cholesterol.

Those with shellfish allergies should avoid this dish completely.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimps are an excellent source of protein and vitamin D which aids in the balance of our moods.
They are also rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids that help to lower the risks of heart attacks and strokes. Garlic has numerous health benefits ranging from prevention of cold to reducing blood pressure. The parsley in this dish is rich in vitamins A, C, and K.

	1 lb extra large shrimp
	1/2 cup chopped parsley
	4 cloves garlic
	1/4 cup olive oil
	1 lemon , juice of
	1 bottle clam juice ( chicken broth can be substituted-10 ounces )
	1 lb linguine
	salt and pepper