Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a delightful blend of al dente pasta, succulent shrimp, and rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This dish transforms your kitchen into an Italian bistro with its irresistible aroma and vibrant flavors. Serve it hot and watch everyone gather around to indulge in this comforting bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Create the Sauce: Stir in red pepper flakes and lemon juice into the skillet, mixing for about 1-2 minutes.
- Toss Everything Together: Add cooked pasta to the skillet along with an extra tablespoon of butter; toss gently to combine until well-coated.
- Final Touches: Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg