Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients

• 8 oz uncooked spaghetti
• 3 tbsp olive oil (Divided: 1 tablespoon for cooking the shrimp and 2 tablespoons for the sauce.)
• 2 lb large shrimp (Uncooked, peeled and deveined.)
• 1 tbsp garlic (Minced.)
• 0.25 cup shallots or green onions (Chopped.)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.25 cup parsley (Chopped.)
• 0.25 tsp salt
• ground black pepper (To taste.)
• 2 tbsp brandy or sherry (Optional.)
• 2 tbsp butter

Steps

1. 1

   Fill a large pot about three-quarters full with water and bring it to a full boil.

2. 2

   Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions, until tender but still slightly firm. Drain the pasta thoroughly.

3. 3

   While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the shrimp to the saucepan in an even layer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until opaque and cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl and keep warm.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots or green onions to the same saucepan. Cook until fragrant, about 10 seconds, taking care not to brown the garlic.

6. 6

   Add the lemon juice, parsley, salt, and ground black pepper. Add the brandy or sherry if using, and stir briefly to combine.

7. 7

   Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the cooked shrimp, the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and the butter.

8. 8

   Toss the shrimp thoroughly until the butter melts and the shrimp are evenly coated in the lemon-garlic sauce.

9. 9

   Divide the drained pasta among warmed individual bowls. Top each serving with shrimp and sauce, and serve immediately.

Notes

The recipe serves 6, with a serving size of about 1 cup pasta and shrimp. Mayo Clinic lists approximately 376 calories, 36 g protein, 31 g carbohydrate, 12 g total fat, and 2 g dietary fiber per serving. Brandy or sherry may be omitted.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• seafood
• pasta
• Italian-inspired
• quick
• stovetop
• high-protein
• lighter meal