_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies and gents, let me tell you about this absolutely divine seafood recipe that’s been making waves in my kitchen (pun totally intended! 😉). This Garlic Butter Scallop and Shrimp Linguine is what dreams are made of, and trust me, your taste buds will thank you later.
You know those moments when you want to feel fancy but don’t want to spend a fortune at a restaurant? This is your answer, bestie! This recipe literally makes me feel like I’m dining at a coastal Italian restaurant, minus the expensive bill and the need to wear real pants.
Let’s dive into what you’ll need:
– 1 pound large sea scallops
– 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 package linguine
– 6 tablespoons butter (don’t skimp on this, honey!)
– 8 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup white wine (one for the pasta, one for you 😉)
– Fresh parsley
– Red pepper flakes
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh lemon juice
Now, let me walk you through this heavenly creation:
1. First things first, pat those scallops and shrimp dry – like, really dry. Trust me on this one; it’s the secret to getting that gorgeous golden sear.
1. Get your pasta going in salted water according to package directions. Remember, we want al dente, not mushy!
1. While that’s happening, heat your olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season those scallops with salt and pepper, then sear them for about 2-3 minutes each side until they’re golden brown. Set aside.
1. In the same pan (hello, flavor!), add half the butter and cook your shrimp until pink and curled. Remove and set aside with your scallops.
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1. Now for the magic – lower the heat and add remaining butter and garlic. Once fragrant, pour in that wine and let it reduce while scraping up all those delicious bits from the bottom of the pan.
1. Toss in your cooked pasta, seafood, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Give everything a good toss and adjust seasoning to taste.
The result? A restaurant-worthy dish that’ll have everyone thinking you’ve been secretly training at a culinary school! The scallops are perfectly seared, the shrimp is succulent, and that garlic butter wine sauce? _chef’s kiss_
Pro tip: Serve this baby with some crusty bread to soak up all that amazing sauce. Because letting any of it go to waste would be a crime against humanity, if you ask me!
Y’all, I cannot tell you how many times this recipe has saved dinner parties or date nights at my place. It’s my go-to “impress everyone” dish, and it works EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.
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Now if you’ll excuse me, I have some leftover scallops calling my name… 💁♀️
