Prawn Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta
Zesty, garlicky, and bursting with coastal Italian flair, this prawn scampi pasta recipe is a weeknight wonder that brings the taste of the Amalfi Coast to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Method
1. Add the pasta to a large pot of boiling salted water, over medium heat, and cook until al dente.
2. Meanwhile, heat a large 12-inch frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Once shimmering and hot, add the prawns and saute until just cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a plate and reserve. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the frying pan, then saute for until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and white wine and raise the heat to high. Let the liquid reduce for 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in the butter, add a ladleful of the pasta cooking water and return the prawns. Remove from the heat.
Drain the pasta in a colander, and add it to the frying pan along with the chopped parsley and toss. Add the lemon zest and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Dive fork-first into this incredible prawn scampi pasta recipe.
If you’re looking for scampi pasta ideas, this seafood sensation is anything but ordinary! Succulent shrimp is the star of the show, sautéed in golden olive oil with plenty of chopped garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a cheeky kick. A splash of dry white wine - a Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or a crisp Chardonnay - adds a touch of elegance to this prawn scampi pasta recipe, while fresh lemon juice and zest bring brightness and zing to every twirl.
The real magic happens when you toss those juicy prawns and their buttery, garlicky sauce with delicate angel hair pasta. Each strand is coated in flavour, and a final flurry of chopped parsley adds a fresh finish to this prawn scampi pasta that’s pure Italian sunshine.
For the perfect finish, serve your prawn scampi pasta dish with a wedge of lemon and a hunk of toasted ciabatta or focaccia to mop up every last drop of that luscious sauce. Want to mix it up? Add halved cherry tomatoes for a burst of sweetness, or throw in some baby spinach for a pop of green.
This prawn scampi pasta recipe is as versatile as it is delicious - perfect for date night, dinner parties, or anytime you want to treat yourself to a taste of la dolce vita. And if you’re hungry for more pasta perfection, why not try orecchiette with broccoli rabe, clams, and sweet Italian sausage, the iconic fettuccine Alfredo, or a classic spaghetti alla carbonara? Mangia!
