Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
A quick and delicious dish featuring succulent shrimp, garlic, and a rich butter sauce over pasta.
Equipment
- large pot
- large skillet
- colander
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Spaghetti or linguine Choose your favorite pasta type for a perfect base.
- 1 pound Large shrimp Peeled and deveined for easy cooking.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Creates the luscious garlic butter sauce.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced for a fragrant and savory touch.
- 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, adds a nice kick to the dish.
- to taste Salt and pepper Enhances the overall flavor.
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped for freshness and color.
- to taste Grated Parmesan cheese For serving, adds a creamy finish.
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: peel and devein shrimp, mince garlic, chop parsley, and juice lemon.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside without rinsing.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in reserved pasta water and lemon juice, stir to combine, and let simmer for a minute.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss gently to coat with the garlic butter sauce, and stir in chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
This dish is versatile; feel free to add vegetables or adjust the spice level to your liking.