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Spaghetti With Shrimp

A quick and delicious dish featuring shrimp and al dente spaghetti, enhanced with garlic, olive oil, and a splash of white wine.
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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: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon 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 for boiling pasta
  • Colander for draining
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
  7. Once the spaghetti is al dente, drain it and add to the skillet.
  8. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
  9. Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and fresh parsley.
  10. Plate the spaghetti with shrimp and garnish as desired.

Notes

Serve with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad.