Imagine twirling your fork into a plate of perfectly cooked linguine, draped in a luxurious garlic-butter sauce, studded with succulent, pink shrimp that practically melt in your mouth. This isn't just another pasta dish – this is a culinary journey that transports you straight to the sun-drenched coastlines of Italy, where every bite tells a story of tradition, passion, and pure gastronomic pleasure. Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary dining experience that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add linguine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat until it starts to foam and become fragrant.
- Add minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.
- Drain the cooked linguine and add it directly to the skillet with shrimp. Toss to coat pasta with sauce.
- If sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately in warm pasta bowls, garnishing with additional parsley if desired.
Tips
- Pat those shrimp completely dry before cooking to ensure a beautiful golden sear and prevent steaming.
- Don't overcook the shrimp! They're done when they turn pink and curl slightly – about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor, and avoid burning it by sautéing quickly over medium-high heat.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining – it's liquid gold for creating a silky, clingy sauce.
- Choose a crisp white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc that you'd enjoy drinking for the best flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot to maintain the perfect sauce consistency and shrimp texture.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a squeeze of fresh lemon right before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 250mg
