Name: Scampi Inspired by The Four In Hand
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 400g linguine pasta; 300g raw king prawns, peeled and deveined; 2 tbsp olive oil; 50g unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lemon, juiced and zested; 100ml dry white wine; 50g Parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; Pinch of red pepper flakes

Scampi Inspired by The Four In Hand

A sophisticated yet approachable take on scampi, this dish combines fresh prawns, rich buttery sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a delightful British-inspired main course.

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Prep Time

15 min

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Cook Time

25 min

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Servings

📊

Difficulty

Medium

⏰ Cooking Timeline

Start 40 minutes total

12m

10m

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare Ingredients

5 min

Chop parsley, mince garlic, zest and juice lemon.

Boil Pasta

12 min

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente.

💡 Tip: Salt water generously

Make Scampi Sauce

10 min

In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute. Add prawns, cook until pink. Add white wine, lemon juice, and zest, simmer for 3 minutes.

💡 Tip: Do not overcook prawns

Combine Pasta and Sauce

3 min

Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water. Add pasta to the pan with prawns, toss to combine. Add butter and reserved pasta water as needed to create a glossy sauce.

💡 Tip: Adjust consistency with pasta water

Serve

5 min

Divide pasta among plates, top with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

💡 Pro Tips

✓ Use fresh, high-quality prawns for the best flavor.
✓ Don't overcook the prawns; they should be just pink.
✓ Adjust the heat level with more or less red pepper flakes.
✓ Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
✓ Use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer taste.

📊 Nutrition Facts (per serving)

400

Calories

25g

Protein

40g

Carbs

15g

Fat

🪄 Equipment Needed

Large pot Large pan Colander Grater Knife

🔄 Variations to Try

Replace prawns with scallops for a different seafood twist.

Add cherry tomatoes for a burst of sweetness.

Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.

🍽 Pairs Well With

Serve with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.

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