Shrimp Scampi
activeGarlic butter shrimp over linguine with white wine and lemon
Chef's FeatureSpecialSaute
4 portions25 min labor
Instructions
1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Saute shrimp in olive oil over high heat, 2 min per side. Remove.
4. In same pan, saute minced garlic in butter until golden.
5. Deglaze with white wine, reduce by half.
6. Add lemon juice and return shrimp to pan.
7. Toss with pasta. Finish with fresh basil.
Cost Summary
Batch (4 portions)
Food Cost
$23.65
Labor Cost
$10.42
Total Cost
$34.06
Per Item
Food Cost
$5.91
Total Cost
$8.52
Menu Price
$30.00
Profit
$21.48
Margin
71.6%
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Unit | Line Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dried Spaghetti | 1 | lb | $1.50 |
| Dry White Wine | 4 | oz | $1.57 |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 2 | oz | $0.38 |
| Fresh Basil | 1 | oz | $0.80 |
| Garlic Heads | 4 | ea | $2.40 |
| Kosher Salt | 0.50 | oz | $0.05 |
| Lemons | 2 | ea | $0.90 |
| Red Pepper Flakes | 0.25 | oz | $0.12 |
| Shrimp | 1.50 | lb | $14.99 |
| Unsalted Butter | 3 | oz | $0.94 |
Cook History
- Cooked on Feb 27, 2026 (menu: Feb 27, 2026)
Ratings
5.0 / 5(1)- ★★★★★Perfectly cooked shrimp, great sauceMar 2, 2026