Spaghetti with Garlic Shrimp
Dive into a plate of culinary bliss with this Spaghetti with Garlic Shrimp recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that perfectly balances simplicity and elegance. Tender spaghetti is paired with succulent shrimp, sautéed in a fragrant blend of garlic, red pepper flakes, and extra virgin olive oil for a dish bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds zesty brightness, while chopped parsley lends a pop of color and freshness. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an optional but delightful finishing touch. Perfect for seafood lovers and fans of quick pasta recipes, this dish is a deliciously wholesome way to elevate your home-cooked meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 500 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- optional grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 liters water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Add the fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the shrimp and stir well.
Lower the heat to medium and add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss the spaghetti with the shrimp and garlic oil, adding reserved pasta water a bit at a time to reach your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.9 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 982 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 3524 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 146.6 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1661 mg | 35% | |
*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.
