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Pasta Shrimp Recipe

This delightful blend of tender pasta and succulent shrimp creates a comforting weeknight meal filled with vibrant flavors of garlic and lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the spaghetti or linguine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander while reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add the shrimp and red pepper flakes, cooking until the shrimp turns pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Pour in the white wine (or broth) and simmer for 2-3 minutes while scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
  8. Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and zest, tossing everything together to coat the pasta evenly.
  9. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

This dish is great for busy weeknights and can be complemented with garlic bread or a simple green salad.