Description

This Garlic Shrimp Pasta recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes are tossed with pasta in a buttery white wine sauce. Finished with a squeeze of lemon and fresh parsley, this dish is sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the Pasta:

8 ounces spaghetti or linguine

For the Shrimp:

1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Additional Ingredients:

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Sauté Garlic and Shrimp: Cook garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil. Add shrimp, cook until pink, then set aside.
Make the Sauce: Deglaze the pan with wine and lemon juice. Stir in butter.
Combine and Serve: Toss pasta and shrimp in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan.

Notes

You can use linguine, angel hair, or fettuccine for this dish.
Add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
For a dairy-free version, skip the Parmesan or use a plant-based alternative.