Description
Shrimp Pasta is a delectable seafood dish that combines tender shrimp with perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The vibrant flavors of garlic, fresh herbs, and a splash of lemon elevate this simple yet satisfying meal. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, Shrimp Pasta will impress everyone at the table. Customize your dish by adding seasonal vegetables or adjusting the spice level to suit your taste. Dive into this culinary delight that promises to be a family favorite!
Ingredients
- Fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Spaghetti or linguine
- Garlic (minced)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink and opaque (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, combine heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring while adding reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Return pasta and shrimp to the skillet; toss everything together until well coated.
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg