Ingredients
– 8 oz. spaghetti or your preferred pasta
– 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta:
1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
3. Make Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Combine: Return the shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta, lemon juice, and parsley. Toss everything together until well combined.
5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley if desired.
These straightforward instructions make it a breeze to whip up this delectable dish. The combination of garlic, shrimp, and pasta creates a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds delighted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g