Name: Shrimp Scampi without Wine
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons Butter; 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil; 4 cloves Garlic; 1 Shallot; 0.125 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 lb shrimp; 0.75 tsp Salt; 0.125 tsp Ground black pepper; 0.5 cup Broth; Lemon; 0.333 cup Fresh parsley; 1 lb Linguine

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Shrimp Scampi without Wine

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Melt 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Saute the shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes for 3 minutes or until the shallots are translucent.

Meanwhile, season shrimp with salt and pepper.

Once shallots are translucent, add seasoned shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink, about 3 minutes.

Remove the shrimp from the pan, place on a plate and cover with foil.

Add wine and lemon juice to the skillet and bring to a boil.

Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons oil and whisk until butter is melted.

Add shrimp to the pan and toss to coat; turn off heat.

Add linguine and parsley to the pan and toss until everything is completely coated.

Taste for seasoning and add additional salt and pepper as needed.

Serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prevent Rubbery Shrimp 🦐
Cook shrimp for only 2-3 minutes per side until they turn opaque and curl slightly—overcooking by even one minute makes them tough and chewy. Remove them from heat the moment they're done, then set aside while finishing the sauce.
Brown Butter for Depth 🧈
Let your butter brown in the pan for 1-2 minutes after melting to develop a nutty, rich flavor that elevates the entire dish far beyond simple melted butter.
Emulsify the Sauce Perfectly ✨
Reserve pasta water and add 2-3 tablespoons to your garlic butter sauce off heat, then whisk vigorously to create a silky, cohesive emulsion that clings beautifully to the linguine.
Layer Garlic Flavor 🧄
Slice half your garlic thinly and mince the rest—cook sliced garlic first for subtle flavor, then add minced garlic near the end for fresh, pungent notes that don't become bitter.
Finish with Fresh Lemon Juice 🍋
Always add fresh lemon juice in the final 30 seconds of cooking rather than earlier—this preserves its bright acidity and prevents it from cooking off, providing the perfect counterpoint to the rich butter sauce.