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Shrimp Scampi Angel Hair Pasta

Shrimp scampi angel hair pasta - the image shows a bowl of spaghetti with shrimp and lemon wedges. the spaghetti is cooked al dente and is garnished with chopped parsley. the shrimp are large and pink, and they are arranged in a circular pattern on top of the spaghetti. the dish is served in a brown bowl with a white napkin on the side. the background is a dark grey countertop.

A quick and flavorful shrimp scampi served over delicate angel hair pasta, tossed in a garlic butter and white wine sauce with fresh lemon and parsley.

Ingredients

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8 ounces angel hair pasta
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white cooking wine
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Pour the white cooking wine into the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce is well combined.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Add the drained angel hair pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and shrimp. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon wedges if desired.