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Savory Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta: A Flavorful Delight!

A delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the butter with olive oil and use whole wheat pasta.
  • Add vegetables like spinach, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition. Sauté them with the garlic before adding the shrimp.

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