Shrimp Scampi Pasta Recipe (with Video)

Prepare the Shrimp
1. Melt butter and olive oil in a pan over medium high heat.
2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Saute shrimp for 2 minutes per side and remove.
Cook the Pasta
1. Cook pasta in salted water 1-2 minutes sooner than package directions for very al dente.
Prepare the Sauce
1. In the same pan as the shrimp, sauté garlic and chili flakes for 30 seconds.
2. Turn heat to high and add white wine and lemon juice, season with black pepper.
3. Add 1/2 cup of pasta water and let reduce by about a third.
4. Then add the very al dente pasta directly to the pan.
Combine and Serve
1. Add a drizzle of olive oil and mix the pasta until the sauce has thickened and emulsified, and the pasta is done to your liking, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the shrimp and parsley to the pasta along with a knob of butter.
3. Mix until coated and add more pasta water as needed.
4. Top with freshly parsley, lemon zest & grated parmesan.
5. Serve with warm bread and enjoy.