Garlic Shrimp Pasta
why make this recipe
Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter is a delicious and quick meal that brings the flavors of the sea right to your plate. It not only satisfies your taste buds but also makes for a simple dish that can impress your family or friends. The combination of shrimp, pasta, and garlic in a rich buttery sauce is hard to resist. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be ready in about 30 minutes!
how to make Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter
Ingredients:
- 450 g medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 450 g spaghetti, uncooked
- 6–8 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 60 ml unsalted butter
- Approximately 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Italian seasoning, to preference
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Fine sea salt, to taste
- Fresh herbs, optional, chopped, to taste
Directions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drizzle in olive oil and add fresh herbs if desired.
- Add the spaghetti and cook until tender, about 9–11 minutes. Reserve 240 ml of pasta water. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, rinse and pat dry the prepared shrimp.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until beginning to turn pink and curl, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet. Continue sautéing with the shrimp for 5–7 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Drizzle in the remaining olive oil. Add cooked pasta to the skillet with shrimp. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt. Pour in 60 ml of reserved pasta water to moisten, adding more as needed.
- Toss the mixture thoroughly over medium heat until pasta is evenly coated and heated through. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
how to serve Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter
Serve the Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter hot, garnished with more fresh herbs if you like. It pairs well with a simple green salad and a slice of garlic bread. A sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on top can add an extra layer of flavor.
how to store Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter
If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply pop it in the microwave or heat it gently in a skillet. Add a splash of water or olive oil to revive the sauce.
tips to make Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp; they should be pink and tender.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- You can use any type of pasta you like, not just spaghetti.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice before serving can brighten the flavors.
variation
You can easily change this recipe by adding vegetables like spinach, cherry tomatoes, or asparagus. You can also swap out shrimp for chicken or use a mix of seafood.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A1: Yes, you can use frozen shrimp. Just make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
Q2: What if I don’t have spaghetti?
A2: You can use other pasta types like linguine, fettuccine, or penne as a substitute.
Q3: Can I make it spicier?
A3: Absolutely! You can increase the red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to kick up the heat.
Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter
Ingredients
Pasta and Shrimp
- 450 g medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 450 g spaghetti, uncooked
Flavoring Ingredients
- 6-8 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 60 ml unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided Approximately
- Italian seasoning, to preference
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Fine sea salt, to taste
- Fresh herbs, optional, chopped, to taste
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drizzle in olive oil and add fresh herbs if desired.
- Add the spaghetti and cook until tender, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 240 ml of pasta water. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Shrimp
- While the pasta cooks, rinse and pat dry the prepared shrimp.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until beginning to turn pink and curl, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet. Continue sautéing with the shrimp for 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
Combining Ingredients
- Drizzle in the remaining olive oil. Add cooked pasta to the skillet with shrimp.
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt. Pour in 60 ml of reserved pasta water to moisten, adding more as needed.
- Toss the mixture thoroughly over medium heat until pasta is evenly coated and heated through.
Serving
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
