Spicy Garlic Shrimp Linguine

Spicy Garlic Shrimp Linguine ingredients

• 12 ounces linguine pasta
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio) or chicken broth
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

How to make Spicy Garlic Shrimp Linguine

1. Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the 12 ounces of linguine pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. While the pasta cooks, pat the 1 pound of shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season the shrimp all over with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and opaque. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet, along with the 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
5. Pour in 1/2 cup of dry white wine (or chicken broth) and bring it to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the liquid reduces slightly.
6. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until the butter has fully melted and the sauce emulsifies slightly.
7. Add the drained linguine pasta to the skillet, along with the cooked shrimp. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta and shrimp are well coated with the sauce.
8. Add the 1/4 cup of fresh chopped parsley. If the sauce seems too thick or dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
9. Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper as needed.
10. Serve the spicy garlic shrimp linguine immediately, garnished with an extra sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

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