Garlic and Lemon Shrimp Scampi

• P1 lb pasta · linguini, angel hair, or spaghetti
• UB2 tbsp unsalted butter
• OO2 tbsp olive oil
• G4-6 garlic · minced
• RP1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• DW1/2 cup dry white wine or broth
• S1/2 tsp salt
• BP1/4 tsp black pepper
• LS2 pounds large shrimp · peeled and deveined
• LZ1 tsp lemon zest
• FP1/4 cup fresh parsley
• FLfresh lemon juice · to taste
• SPsalt and pepper · to taste

Préparation

1. 1

   Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of the hot pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Pour in the wine or broth, salt, and black pepper, bringing the mixture to a simmer for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the shrimp and lemon zest to the skillet, sautéing for 2 to 4 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

5. 5

   Incorporate the cooked pasta into the skillet, using a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce and toss thoroughly.

6. 6

   Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice to taste, then fold in the fresh parsley and serve.