Quick and Easy Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds large shrimp (cleaned and deveined)
• 1/2 pound fresh angel hair pasta (or spaghetti)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil for cooking pasta.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and add the crushed garlic. Saute for a minute.
3. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
4. Pour the white wine into the skillet and let it boil for a few minutes.
5. Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Add the chopped tomatoes, if using, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
8. Toss the cooked pasta with the shrimp scampi sauce and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Please note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approx. 400 per serving (without pasta)
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 35g (from pasta)
• Protein: 30g (from shrimp)

Dish Characteristics:

• Quick and easy to prepare
• Delicious Italian-American flavor
• Shrimp is a good source of protein and low in fat
• The dish is adaptable to individual preferences by adding or subtracting ingredients like more herbs or spices.

User Comments:

1. "This was an excellent dish! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious."
2. "I added some extra lemon juice and used fresh basil instead of parsley, gave it a nice citrusy flavor."
3. "This was a great weeknight dinner. It was quick and still tasted like a fancy restaurant dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh shrimp that are cleaned and deveined for best results.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
• If you prefer a more spicy dish, you can add some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• This dish pairs well with a glass of white wine.