This Ina Garten shrimp scampi recipe is a simple and flavorful dish made with garlic, butter, lemon, and shrimp. It comes together quickly and is perfect for an easy dinner. I’ve made this recipe multiple times and it turns out rich, fresh, and restaurant quality every time.
Shrimp scampi sounds like something you would order at a restaurant, but it is actually very simple once you break it down. You are basically cooking shrimp in a garlic butter sauce with a little lemon and serving it over pasta or with bread.
I have made this a few times now, and what stands out is how reliable it is. As long as you do not overcook the shrimp, it turns out every time. It is also one of those recipes where simple ingredients really shine, so you do not need anything complicated.
If you love Ina Garten Recipes like I do be sure to check out Fresh Blueberry Pie, Easy No Stir Risotto, and Perfect Roast Chicken.
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Why You'll Love this Recipe
This simple and flavorful shrimp scampi with linguini is sure to become a new family favorite. It's a delicious meal that can be on the table in less than 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight.
- Simple ingredients you probably already have
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Rich garlic butter flavor with fresh lemon
- Great for weeknights or entertaining
- Inspired by a classic Ina Garten recipe
Ingredients Needed for Shrimp Scampi
- Kosher salt and Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Linguine
- Unsalted butter - is the most commonly used type of butter in baking, as it allows for more control over the amount of salt in the recipe.
- Olive oil - Look for olive oils that are labeled as extra virgin, cold-pressed, and unfiltered for the highest quality.
- Minced garlic (4 cloves) - Chopped fresh garlic can take some time to chop so I often always use the freshly minced garlic that comes already made in a jar.
- Large shrimp (about 16 shrimp), peeled and deveined
- Fresh parsley leaves - for garnish
- Lemon, zest grated - This adds a nice burst of citrus flavor to the marinade to help enhance the choice of protein. Use freshly squeezed over bottled juice.
- Squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Red pepper flakes - are small pieces of dried hot peppers, typically made from cayenne, that are crushed or ground into small flakes.
- See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make Shrimp Scampi
Step 1: Drizzle some oil in a large pot of boiling salted water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and the linguine, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or according to the directions on the package.
Step 2: Meanwhile, in another large (12-inch), heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic. Saute for 1 minute. Be careful, the garlic burns easily!
Step 3: Add the shrimp, 1 ½ teaspoons of salt, and the pepper and saute until the shrimp have just turned pink, about 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat, add the parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, lemon slices, and red pepper flakes. Toss to combine.
Step 4: When the pasta is done, drain the cooked linguine and then put it back in the pot. Immediately add the shrimp and sauce, toss well, and serve.
What Makes Ina Garten’s Shrimp Scampi So Good?
- Uses simple, high-quality ingredients
- Perfect balance of butter, garlic, and lemon
- Quick cooking method that keeps shrimp tender
- Classic flavor that never goes out of style
💡 Pro Tips
- Don’t overcook the shrimp—they cook fast
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor
- Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce
- Serve immediately for the best texture
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Great with your homemade brown gravy post (internal link opportunity 👀)
Serve with garlic bread or sourdough
Add a side salad for a complete meal
Pair with roasted vegetables
More Great Recipes to Try:
- Ina Garten's Perfect Roast Chicken
- Ina Garten Mac and Cheese
- Ina Garten Lobster Mac and Cheese
- Perfect Pie Crust Ina Garten
- Ina Garten's Winter Minestrone Soup
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Ina Garten Linguini with Shrimp Scampi
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 1x
- Category: Medium
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Description
Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make at home. The dish typically consists of shrimp cooked in a garlic, white wine, and butter sauce, served over a bed of linguini pasta.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt plus 1 ½ teaspoons
- ¾ pound linguine
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 ½ tablespoons good olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
- 1 pound large shrimp (about 16 shrimp), peeled and deveined
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
- ½ lemon, zest grated
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
- ¼ lemon, thinly sliced in half-rounds
- ⅛ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Drizzle some oil in a large pot of boiling salted water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and the linguine, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or according to the directions on the package.
- Meanwhile, in another large (12-inch), heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic. Saute for 1 minute. Be careful, the garlic burns easily! Add the shrimp, 1 ½ teaspoons of salt, and the pepper and saute until the shrimp have just turned pink, about 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat, add the parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, lemon slices, and red pepper flakes. Toss to combine.
- When the pasta is done, drain the cooked linguine and then put it back in the pot. Immediately add the shrimp and sauce, toss well, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 557mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 90g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
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