Shrimp Scampi with Linguini

PREP TIME:
30 minutes

SERVES:

2-4

TOTAL COOKING TIME:

45 minutes
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INGREDIENTS
  • 1 lb linguini noodles
  • 4 tbsp salted butter
  • 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp mushroom seasoning
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp Merlot wine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 large red onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lb colossal or extra large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay)
  • 1/2 lemon juice

DIRECTIONS

  1. 1.
    Using a large mixing bowl, add cleaned and deveined shrimp, 1 tbsp olive oil, mushroom seasoning, onion powder, Merlot salt, black pepper, 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley. Mix well and marinate shrimp for 1 hour.
  2. 2.
    Bring water to boil in a large pot. Add 1/4 tsp salt and linguine noodles. Cook noodles al dente per instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. 3.
    In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add and saute diced onion, 1/2 of minced garlic, red pepper flakes for 2-3 minutes.
  4. 4.
    Add marinated shrimp to skillet. Cook with cover on for approximately 1-2 minutes until shrimp turn pink but not overcook. Remove skillet from heat. Set aside.
  5. 5.
    Using a deep non-stick skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add remaining minced garlic and cook until golden brown. Add white wine, lemon juice and bring to a boil.
  6. 6.
    Add parsley and partially cooked shrimp to skillet. Slowly add cooked linguini and mix well. Serve immediately while hot.