Shrimp Scampi

By charlotteh371

Ingredients

• 4 Tablespoons Butter, divided
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 3-5 Garlic Cloves, minced (about 2 Tablespoons, or to taste)
• 1/2 Teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes, or to taste
• 1/2 Cup Dry White Wine
• Kosher Salt, to taste
• Ground Black Pepper, to taste
• 1 Pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Zest and Juice of 1 Lemon
• 1/4 Cup Chopped Parsley Leaves
• 8 ounces (1/2 pound) Angel hair or linguine pasta,, cooked (to serve -- reserve the coking water)
• 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (Optional)

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pan over medium heat, melt half of the butter with the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and chili flakes and cook until they're fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the white wine, salt, and black pepper and bring it to a simmer. Allow the wine mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes or until it is reduced by about half.
Add the shrimp to the pan and cook, stirring often, until just cooked through (about 2 to 4 minutes, depending on the size of your shrimp).
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, and mix to combine. Add the chopped parsley.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, lemon juice, or more chili flakes, if desired. You can also adjust the consistency of the sauce with a little of the reserved pasta cooking water, if needed. Serve over pasta and garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired.