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Louisiana Barbecued Shrimp Linguine

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A delicious dish that combines the flavors of the South with the comfort of pasta, featuring juicy shrimp, a zesty sauce, and perfectly cooked linguine.
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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, Seafood, Southern
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spices
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
Sauce Base
  • 1/2 stick butter Can be substituted with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine Use a dry white wine.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Main Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is preferable.
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley For garnish.
  • 1 pound linguine Can substitute with other pasta types.

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: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with a side salad or crusty bread. Grated Parmesan cheese can be added for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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