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Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe

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This garlic butter shrimp pasta recipe combines rich garlic, tender shrimp, and fresh lemon for a quick and satisfying meal!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz Fettuccine
  • 1 lb Shrimp
  • 4 clove Garlic
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • ¼ Juice of Lemon Juice from 1/4 of Lemon
  • ¼ Lemon Zest Zest from 1/4 of Lemon
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil
  • Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the fettuccine: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once it’s boiling, add the fettuccine and cook it until it’s al dente, usually around 10 minutes. Al dente means the pasta should be firm to the bite but not too chewy. Drain the pasta and set it aside. (A tip: Reserve a little pasta water in case you need to loosen up the sauce later.)
  2. Sauté the garlic: In a large pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté it for about 2 minutes until fragrant. You don’t want to burn the garlic, so keep an eye on it—burnt garlic can taste bitter. Stir it gently and inhale that beautiful aroma!
  3. Cook the shrimp: Now, it’s time for the shrimp. Melt the butter in the same pan with the garlic, then add the shrimp. Cook for about 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn opaque and pink. You’ll know they’re done when they curl up and have a slightly firm texture. (Don’t overcook them—they can get rubbery if left too long!)
  4. Add the lemon and parmesan: Once the shrimp are cooked, pour in the lemon juice and add the lemon zest, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until the cheese melts and creates a luscious sauce.
  5. Toss the pasta: Finally, add the cooked fettuccine to the pan with the shrimp and sauce. Use tongs to toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the buttery sauce. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of that reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
  6. Garnish and serve: Transfer the pasta to plates and garnish with fresh parsley if you like. Serve immediately and enjoy the compliments that are sure to follow!

Notes

If you have any leftovers (which is rare in my house), garlic butter shrimp pasta keeps well in the fridge for up to two days. Store it in an airtight container. When you’re ready to reheat, add a splash of water or broth to loosen up the sauce, then warm it gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp when reheating—just heat it until everything is warm.

  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

Find it online: https://recipevibe.com/garlic-butter-shrimp-pasta-recipe/