Description
A fast and vibrant pasta dish made with tender shrimp, garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. Bright, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
12 ounces dried spaghetti or linguine
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
5 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 large lemon, juice and zest
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3. Add shrimp to skillet. Cook and stir until just opaque and pink, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. Add cooked pasta and 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water to skillet. Toss well and cook until warmed through. Add more pasta water if needed.
5. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Transfer to a serving dish. Top with grated parmesan if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Make sure to dry shrimp before cooking for better searing.
Taste before adding salt—parmesan can be salty on its own.
Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the brightest flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian