Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Shrimp Scampi is a fast, flavorful pasta dish made with tender shrimp sautéed in garlic, lemon, butter, and white wine. Tossed with linguine or spaghetti, it’s a bright and savory weeknight dinner that feels gourmet.
Ingredients
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 shallot, minced (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine and simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and the remaining butter. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Finish with fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use chicken broth and extra lemon if avoiding alcohol.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp—remove them if simmering sauce longer.
- Zucchini noodles or rice are great pasta alternatives.
- Add cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra color and freshness.
- Parmesan is optional but can add richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
