Garlic Pasta with Shrimp
Indulge in the perfect balance of bold flavors with this Garlic Pasta with Shrimp recipe, a quick and easy dish that's bursting with garlicky goodness. Tender spaghetti is generously coated in a buttery and aromatic garlic sauce, elevated with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes and a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice. Plump, juicy shrimp are seasoned to perfection and pan-seared until perfectly pink, making every bite irresistibly savory. Finished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese for a touch of brightness and richness, this 30-minute meal is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve it piping hot with a crusty loaf of bread or a crisp side salad for a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Keywords: garlic pasta, shrimp pasta, easy weeknight dinner, garlicky shrimp recipe, quick seafood pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the drained spaghetti. Toss to coat the pasta and shrimp in the garlicky sauce. Add more pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, if the mixture seems too dry.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and toss gently. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 241 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 758 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 386 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
