Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Garlic butter shrimp pasta is a delightful dish that brings together succulent shrimp and al dente pasta in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce. Perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to romantic date nights—this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress. With fresh ingredients and simple steps, you’ll create a meal that not only satisfies cravings but also evokes fond memories shared around the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt half of the butter. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Lower the heat; add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Pour in remaining butter and lemon juice; mix until combined.
- Toss in the drained pasta, ensuring it's coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley, salt, and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg