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By Wesley Perrett

Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

12 steps
Cook:10min
This is not what we Brits know as scampi - the breaded langoustine tails, beloved of pub menus, always served with chips (french fries) - but the Italian-American, buttery, garlicky prawn (shrimp) dish often served with very fine pasta, such as capellini or capelli d'angelo, otherwise known as angel hair. If you can't get hold of these, any quick-cooking long pasta will work, so try vermicelli, tagliolini or spaghettini instead.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:40:20 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good
Glycemic Index
48
Low
Glycemic Load
45
High

Nutrition per serving

Calories622.7 kcal (31%)
Total Fat10.6 g (15%)
Carbs92 g (35%)
Sugars6.4 g (7%)
Protein31.6 g (63%)
Sodium891.9 mg (45%)
Fiber5.4 g (19%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1
Fill the kettle with water and bring to the boil, then half-fill a saucepan with it, season with salt and return to the boil.
Step 2
Place a large, non-stick frying pan (skillet) over a medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Step 3
While the oil is heating, peel and slice the shallots, then add them to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, then crush (mince) or grate the garlic into the pan. Sprinkle with the chilli flakes and cook for 2 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, halve the tomatoes and add them to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, then deglaze the pan with the wine. Allow to bubble for 30 seconds, then add the stock and continue to reduce for 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Meanwhile, chop the basil leaves (see tip) and add to the sauce. Stir in the capers and remove the pan from the heat.
Step 6
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as per the packet instructions, until al dente.
Step 7
Place a second non-stick frying pan over a high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
Step 8
While the oil is heating, season the prawns with salt and pepper. Add them to the pan and cook for approximately 30 seconds, until turning golden brown. Remove from the heat and turn the prawns over to cook in the residual heat.
Step 9
Drizzle the prawns with olive oil and grate over the lemon zest, then add them to the sauce. Return the pan to the heat to warm through.
Step 10
Drain the pasta and return to the pan. Add a drizzle of olive oil and toss to combine, then add the pasta to the pan of sauce and mix well.
Step 11
To serve, divide the pasta between two plates and grate over some Parmesan. Add a little lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Step 12
TIP FOR SPEED: To chop basil quickly, gather the small leaves and roll them up in the biggest leaf, like a cigar, then chop with a large knife.