Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe for a Quick and Delicious Meal
A quick and delicious meal combining garlic, butter, and shrimp with perfectly cooked pasta.
Equipment
- large pot
- large skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Garlic
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
Parmesan Cheese
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet with shrimp. Pour in reserved pasta water, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to your preference.