Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that brings together tender spaghetti, juicy shrimp, and aromatic garlic in a buttery olive oil sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 1 lb spaghetti noodles
- 6-8 cloves garlic, minced adjust to taste
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3 drizzles olive oil
- Italian seasoning to taste
- fresh ground pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes to taste
- salt to taste
- fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Boil spaghetti in salted water with a splash of oil and herbs until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until just pink and starting to curl.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring. Drizzle in olive oil and cook until shrimp are fully pink.
- Add drained pasta to skillet. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add reserved pasta water gradually, tossing until pasta is lightly coated and hot.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
For a citrusy finish, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. Great with garlic bread and a glass of white wine.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcal | Fat: 22g