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Gordon Ramsay Shrimp Scampi

Gordon Ramsay Shrimp Scampi: Quick, Zesty Delight in 30 Minutes

A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp and pasta in a zesty garlic and lemon sauce, inspired by Gordon Ramsay.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Linguine or Spaghetti Can substitute with gluten-free pasta.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Cooking quickly to tender perfection.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Essential for a velvety texture.
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with vegetable oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for best flavor.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to preference for spiciness.
  • 1 Lemon Zested and juiced for freshness.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Can use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste for seasoning.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can use dried parsley in a pinch.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, lower heat and add remaining olive oil and butter. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for about 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add drained pasta and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water to desired consistency.
  6. Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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