Scrumptious Shrimp Scampi Linguine

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Scrumptious Shrimp Scampi Linguine for a seafood treat
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package linguine pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
6 cloves garlic , sliced
48 large shrimp - peeled , deveined , and tails removed
1/2 cup dry white wine ( such as Chardonnay )
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup clam juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes , or to taste
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sea salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
880
Sugar
4g
Fat
48g
Scrumptious Shrimp Scampi Linguine is a classic Italian pasta dish that features large shrimp cooked in a garlic wine sauce and served over linguine. This recipe adds chopped red and yellow bell peppers to the dish, which add a sweet and slightly tangy flavor. The sauce is creamy and spicy with heavy cream and crushed red pepper flakes, while the pasta itself is perfectly cooked and well-seasoned. This dish is great for a fancy dinner party, date night, or simply a comforting seafood dinner at home.

Instructions

1.Cook linguine pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
2.In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
3.Add chopped red and yellow bell peppers and sliced garlic, cook for 2 minutes.
4.Add large shrimp and cook until pink and no longer translucent.
5.Pour in dry white wine, lemon juice, and clam juice, stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6.Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
7.Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet.
8.Stir in heavy cream, crushed red pepper flakes, chopped fresh parsley, and sea salt.
9.Add cooked linguine to the skillet and toss with the sauce to combine.
10.Serve linguine with shrimp on top and garnish with additional chopped parsley.

PROS

This dish is packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a seafood lover.

The combination of shrimp, linguine, and creamy sauce makes every bite irresistible.

CONS

This dish has high calories and fat content, not recommended for those on strict diets.

It also contains clam juice which is a common allergen among seafood lovers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The shrimp used in this recipe are low in calories and high in protein, they are also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and various vitamins and minerals. Garlic has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, while red and yellow bell peppers are high in vitamin C and antioxidants.

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