Ingredients
8 oz whole-grain spaghetti or your favorite pasta
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cloves garlic, minced
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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While the pasta is cooking, season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using)
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, then add the lemon zest and lemon juice. Toss everything to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
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Stir in the cooked pasta and fresh chopped parsley. Toss until the pasta is well coated with the lemon garlic butter sauce and everything is heated through.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed.
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Serve your Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
This zesty and savory pasta dish is a quick and delightful way to enjoy succulent shrimp paired with the freshness of lemon and herbs. Buon appetito!
