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Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Flavorful and Easy, Perfect for Weeknight Meals Enjoy delicious Garlic Shrimp Pasta without breaking a sweat this weeknight meal or special occasion with this easy yet flavorful dish that is sure to please both family and friends alike. All the essentials are included here for making the ideal Garlic Shrimp Pasta that everyone in the household will adore.
Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe – Perfect Weeknight Meal
Difficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes20
minutes470
kcalThis Garlic Shrimp Pasta recipe serves 4 people, making it perfect for a family dinner or small gathering. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and a cooking time of 20 minutes, this meal can be ready in under 30 minutes. Each serving is approximately 450-500 calories, offering a flavorful yet balanced option for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Shrimp can be deveined and peeled either fresh or frozen for optimal results.
Pasta: Spaghetti or linguine
Garlic
Butter: Adds depth and richness to a dish.
Olive oil
Red Pepper Flakes
Lemon Juice
Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions for Pasta Sauce
- Begin by cooking pasta according to package directions, reserving some pasta water as part of the sauce-binding liquid for later use in binding the sauce together.
- Sauteing Shrimps: Melt some butter in a pan with olive oil. Once warm, add minced garlic and cook it until fragrant before adding your shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque – taking care not to overdo the cooking as these little suckers cook very fast!
- Once the shrimp have been cooked, remove them from the pan and add more butter, minced garlic and pasta water to create a silky sauce with lemon juice, Parmesan and Parsley cheese – you may also choose to add cream for extra richness if desired.
- Decoration and Combination: When ready to finish, combine the pasta and sauce. Be sure that everything is well coated, adding any leftover shrimp back into the pan, along with chopped parsley to garnish and gently toss together before garnishing with extra Parmesan, lemon wedges and additional Parmesan as desired.
How to make the ideal garlic shrimp pasta
WATCH YOUR SHIRMP COOKING: Overcooked shrimp can become tough and rubbery; aim for pink hued opaque ones when cooking them.
Use Fresh Garlic. Fresh garlic has the best flavor; for an authentic experience, we suggest opting for this option over garlic powder.
Add more red pepper flakes if you like spicy food; alternatively, leave out for milder dishes.
Conserve Pasta Water to Emulsify Sauce on Pasta. Reserving pasta water can help emulsify and combine sauce with the pasta more smoothly.
Add heavy cream for an irresistibly richer dish!
Vegetable Add Ins: For added color, try including some spinach, roasted tomato slices or zucchini in your meal.
Whole Wheat Pasta – If you want a healthier pasta option, whole wheat pasta offers additional fiber and nutrients.
Store and Reheat: mes Leftover pasta dishes can be stored for up to three days in an airtight container in the fridge before being carefully heated back up in a pan with water or broth to avoid drying out the sauce.
What to Serve With Garlic Shrimp Pasta?
Incorporate light Caesar or arugula salads when pairing Garlic Shrimp pasta.
Garlic Bread: For an extra garlicky kick, pair any dish with garlic bread as an accompaniment.
Roasted Vegetables: Roasted zucchini or broccoli is an ideal side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal.
Conclusion
Garlic Shrimp Pasta is not only delectable, but it’s incredibly straightforward too! Perfect for both beginning and experienced chefs alike. The dish features rich, vibrant flavors that will have your guests thinking you are an experienced chef – so enjoy every bite!
