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Louisiana Barbecued Shrimp Linguine

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A delicious blend of juicy shrimp and zesty sauce over perfectly cooked linguine, this dish brings the flavors of the South to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spices
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust for spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust for spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
Sauce and Shrimp
  • 1/2 stick butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine Use a good quality wine for better flavor.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp preferred.
Pasta and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley For garnish.
  • 1 pound linguine Substitute with other pasta if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. In a bowl, combine cayenne pepper, black pepper, red pepper flakes, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and bay leaves.
Cooking
  1. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add the spice mixture to the pan. Then pour in the white wine, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, drop the linguine into the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  4. Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook for about 2 minutes per side until fully cooked. Lower the heat once the shrimp is done.
  5. Transfer the cooked pasta directly from the boiling water into the sauce, adding about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water. Toss and cook for about 2 minutes to combine all the flavors.
  6. Remove the pan from heat, stir in the chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired. This dish pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread. For extra flavor, consider topping with grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust the spiciness to your taste!
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