How to Make Shrimp Francese over Linguine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Francese over Linguine is a classic Italian-American dish that's perfect for a special dinner or a weeknight meal. This dish features tender shrimp in a light, lemony sauce served over a bed of linguine, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

The key to the success of this recipe is the delicate balance of flavors in the Francese sauce. It's made with a combination of fresh lemon juice, white wine, and butter, creating a tangy and buttery sauce that perfectly complements the...

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Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 3 teaspoons water
  • 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ¼ cup salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Bring chicken broth, wine, butter, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add the water and cornstarch mixture, 1 teaspoon at a time, until sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
  • While sauce is heating, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  • Coat shrimp with flour, then with beaten egg.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Pan-fry shrimp in the hot oil until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes on each side, working in batches if needed.
  • Add cooked shrimp to the finished sauce. Place a serving of pasta on each plate; add about 5 shrimp and a few spoonfuls of sauce over top.
  • Nutrition

    603 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 345mg
    • Sodium: 846mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 371mg