Pasta and Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Pasta and Shrimp recipe, a perfect harmony of simplicity and sophistication! Tender shrimp, seared to perfection, are paired with al dente pasta and coated in a luscious sauce made from garlic, butter, olive oil, and a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Brightened with fresh lemon juice and parsley, this dish strikes a delicate balance of rich and refreshing flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s ideal for busy evenings or last-minute entertaining. Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an elegant finishing touch, and watch it become a family favorite. This recipe is a must-try for seafood and pasta lovers looking for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 250 grams Pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet along with the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic burn.
Stir in the reserved pasta water and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add the drained pasta and parsley, tossing everything together until well combined and evenly coated in the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.8 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 984 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 3684 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 135.4 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.1 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 568 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*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.
