Bold Shrimp Scampi Bowls with Garlic Bread A Flavor Explosion
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Author:sophiebennet
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Experience bold flavors with Shrimp Scampi Bowls paired with crispy garlic bread A delicious meal thats quick to prepare 151 chars
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces of linguine or your favorite pasta
1/4 cup of unsalted butter
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: zest of 1 lemon for an extra citrus kick
For the garlic bread: 1 baguette, buttered with garlic powder
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling a pot of salted water. Cook your linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, but save a cup of the pasta water for later.
Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about a minute until fragrant. Then, add the shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook until the shrimp is pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the shrimp. Drizzle with lemon juice, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until achieving your desired sauce consistency. Sprinkle in fresh parsley and lemon zest for a burst of flavor.
Prepare the Garlic Bread: While the shrimp and pasta are mingling, prepare your garlic bread. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread butter mixed with garlic powder on both sides of the baguette and toast for about 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
