YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Fresh Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Savor the bright, zesty flavors of this shrimp scampi where succulent shrimp meet a fragrant butter-garlic sauce brightened with fresh lemon and a hint of red pepper. Served over whole wheat spaghetti, this dish brings together the perfect balance of tang, spice, and seafood for a satisfying meal.
INGREDIENTS
6 oz Shrimp
1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic
2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2 cup cooked Whole Wheat Spaghetti
1 tbsp Fresh Parsley
1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
If not pre-cleaned, peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry with a paper towel.
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes on one side. Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
Pour in the fresh lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to evenly coat the shrimp in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the lemon garlic shrimp scampi over the cooked whole wheat spaghetti, ensuring the flavorful sauce coats the pasta well.