Garlic Shrimp Pasta
A simple and delicious dish featuring shrimp, garlic, and spaghetti, perfect for quick meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
Pasta and Shrimp
- 450 g medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 450 g spaghetti, uncooked
Cooking Essentials
- 6-8 cloves garlic, finely minced Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
- 60 ml unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- to preference Italian seasoning
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- to taste red pepper flakes
- to taste fine sea salt
- to taste fresh herbs, optional, chopped
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Shrimp
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season with Italian seasoning, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt.
Combining Ingredients
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss well to coat.
- Drizzle with remaining olive oil and add fresh herbs if using.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder. Make sure not to overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly and can become tough. Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition and color. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.