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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and easy shrimp pasta recipe ready in 15 minutes featuring a rich garlic butter sauce and tender shrimp, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces (225g) spaghetti or linguine
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add about 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
  2. Cook pasta: Add 8 ounces (225g) of spaghetti or linguine to the boiling water. Cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Reserve 1/2 cup (120ml) of pasta water before draining.
  3. Prepare the shrimp: Pat dry the shrimp with paper towels.
  4. Heat skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons (30g) butter. Once melted and shimmering, add minced garlic (4 cloves). Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not brown.
  5. Add shrimp to the skillet. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and optional 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque. Cook in batches if needed.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Add remaining 2 tablespoons (30g) butter and fresh lemon juice (2 tablespoons). Stir to create a glossy sauce.
  7. Drain pasta and add it directly to the skillet. Toss pasta with shrimp and sauce, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen if needed.
  8. Finish with chopped parsley. Toss again and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper as desired.
  9. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired and a final crack of black pepper.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp; remove from heat once pink and curled into a loose ‘C’ shape. Use pasta water to help sauce cling to noodles. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil. Fresh parsley can be swapped with basil or cilantro. Add veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition.

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