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Shrimp and Garlic Pasta

A simple yet elegant dish featuring shrimp sautéed in garlic butter served over pasta, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or linguine pasta Use your favorite pasta type.
Shrimp and Sauce
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp recommended.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option) Use olive oil for a lighter version.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic provides the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Add for a touch of heat.
  • 1/2 each Juice from half a lemon Fresh lemon juice enhances flavor.
  • Salt and black pepper to taste Season according to preference.
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish For added freshness.

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Sautéing Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  2. Toss in the shrimp and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook until the shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water and lemon juice. Toss everything together gently, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
Garnishing and Serving
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of water to maintain moisture. Frozen leftovers may change in texture.