12/21/2025
SEAFOOD SCAMPI WITH SPAGHETTI π€π
A quick, elegant, and flavor-packed pasta dish β perfect for a cozy dinner or a special night in β¨
β¨ Ingredients:
π« 3 tbsp olive oil
π§ 4 garlic cloves, finely sliced
π€ 300 g shrimp (scampi), peeled & deveined
π¦ 200 g mixed seafood (calamari, mussels, or seafood mix)
π 300 g spaghetti
π Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
π§ Salt & black pepper to taste
πΆ Chili flakes (optional)
πΏ Fresh parsley, chopped
π§ 20 g butter (optional, for extra richness)
π¨βπ³ Instructions:
1οΈβ£ Cook spaghetti in well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve Β½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
2οΈβ£ Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and chili flakes, sautΓ© for 30β40 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
3οΈβ£ Add shrimp and mixed seafood. Cook for 2β3 minutes per side until just cooked through.
4οΈβ£ Add lemon zest, lemon juice, butter (if using), and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir to create a light sauce.
5οΈβ£ Add spaghetti to the pan, toss well to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper.
6οΈβ£ Finish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.