Scampi Linguine Shrimp (Printable Version)
Crispy shrimp with buttery wine sauce over pasta, finished with fresh veggies and herbs.
# What You'll Need:
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1 lb linguine pasta.
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2 lbs large peeled shrimp.
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1/2 cup chopped parsley.
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2 tbsp garlic paste.
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1/2 cup diced red onion.
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2 tbsp melted butter.
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2 tsp divided lemon pepper.
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2 tsp cajun spice mix, split.
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1/2 cup diced tomatoes.
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1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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1 cup panko breading.
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1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (for coating).
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1 cup shredded parmesan (for creamy sauce).
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2 tbsp unsalted butter.
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1.5 cups dry white wine.
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2 cups rich heavy cream.
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1 tbsp grated lemon peel.
# Steps to Follow:
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Mix panko with cheese and a teaspoon each of lemon pepper and cajun spice. Coat seasoned shrimp and boil pasta the way the packaging tells you.
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Cook the shrimp in a shallow pan, 3 minutes per side, until crispy and brown.
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With a bit of butter, sauté onion, garlic, parsley, and tomatoes. Pour in wine and cook it down. Add cream and simmer gently. Sprinkle in seasoning and stir in cheese until melted.
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Mix the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, then toss shrimp on top and finish with some lemon peel.
# Additional Notes:
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Keep the panko layer thin for a light crunch.
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Want extra breading? Dip shrimp in egg rinse first.
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This dish tastes best when eaten right away.