1-Getting started with this Shrimp Scampi Pasta Recipe: First, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until it’s al dente, then reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. This step helps the pasta hold its shape and absorb the sauce later.

2-While the pasta cooks: heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the sliced shallots, cooking for about 1 minute while stirring often. Next, toss in the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, stirring carefully to avoid burning the garlic. This builds a fragrant base that makes the whole dish pop.

3-Now, add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and are just done, which takes around 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set them aside to keep them tender. Then, pour in the white wine and let it simmer until it reduces by half, about 3 to 4 minutes, to pull all the tasty bits from the pan.

4-Stir in the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and ½ cup of the reserved pasta water until the sauce turns silky smooth. Add the drained pasta and toss it to warm through, using more pasta water if needed to get the right thickness. Finally, put the shrimp back in, mix gently, stir in the parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for a fresh finish.