Here's a simple and delicious recipe for *Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta* that you can whip up in under 30 minutes:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (linguine or fettuccine work well)
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. *Cook the Pasta*:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain.
2. *Sauté the Shrimp*:
In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
3. *Make the Garlic Butter Sauce*:
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (don’t let it burn).
4. *Add Wine and Broth*:
Pour in the white wine (if using) and chicken broth. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
5. *Combine and Serve*:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the garlic butter sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water. Stir in the lemon juice. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together.
6. *Garnish and Enjoy*:
Top with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- You can substitute shrimp with scallops or chicken if you prefer.
- Pair with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
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Grace
7 hrs agoHere's a simple and delicious recipe for *Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta* that you can whip up in under 30 minutes:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (linguine or fettuccine work well)
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. *Cook the Pasta*:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain.
2. *Sauté the Shrimp*:
In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
3. *Make the Garlic Butter Sauce*:
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (don’t let it burn).
4. *Add Wine and Broth*:
Pour in the white wine (if using) and chicken broth. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
5. *Combine and Serve*:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the garlic butter sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water. Stir in the lemon juice. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together.
6. *Garnish and Enjoy*:
Top with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- You can substitute shrimp with scallops or chicken if you prefer.
- Pair with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Would you like any variations on this recipe or a different dish?