Chili Crisp Shrimp Scampi

Chili Crisp Shrimp Scampi

Garlicky shrimp scampi meets spicy chili crisp for this easy weeknight pasta.

Calories
244
Carbohydrates
28g
Protein
8g
Potassium
691mg
Fiber
2g
Sugar
10g

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti

  • 6 large garlic cloves, divided

  • 1 pound medium (36-40 count) peeled, deveined raw shrimp, tail-on

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 4 teaspoons chili crisp, divided, plus more to taste

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste

  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces, divided

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoons dark or light brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish

  • Crispy shallots

Direction

  1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 3/4 cup cooking water.

  2. While pasta cooks, mince 3 of the garlic cloves (about 1 tablespoon) and place them in a large bowl along with shrimp, 2 tablespoons of the oil, 1 teaspoon chili crisp, and 1 teaspoon of the salt; toss to combine. Let stand for 15 minutes.

  3. Thinly slice remaining 3 garlic cloves (about 1 tablespoon); set aside. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high until sizzling. Add shrimp and cook, stirring often, until shrimp are almost cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to a large plate leaving butter mixture in skillet. Add sliced garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet and cook over medium-high, stirring constantly, until garlic is softened and some slices are lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add wine and bring to a simmer over medium-high. Simmer, stirring occasionally, to burn off some of the alcohol, and sauce is just slightly reduced, 1 to 2 minutes.

  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in lemon juice, sugar, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter, 3 teaspoons chili crunch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring constantly, until sugar is melted, about 1 minute.

  5. Add cooked pasta, reserved shrimp, and cilantro; toss to coat in sauce. Toss in reserved pasta cooking water 1/4 cup at a time to desired consistency. Season to taste with additional salt and chili crunch to taste.

  6. Divide pasta evenly among 4 bowls; garnish with crispy shallots and cilantro.