Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

06/14/2023

5 minutes + 15 Minutes Cooking

easy

4

Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta is made with just a few ingredients and ready in 30 minutes! This recipe is the superstar of easy dinner recipes. Juicy shrimp dance with tangy lemon and aromatic garlic, swirled in a rich, creamy Parmesan pasta. This isn’t just your everyday seafood dinner idea, it’s a foodie’s dream, a delicious pasta recipe that’ll ignite your senses.

Every forkful delivers a melody of flavors. Indeed, zesty lemon and succulent shrimp blend in a sublime pasta dance. Meanwhile, this homemade Italian pasta dish redefines “weeknight luxury”. Above all, it’s a one-pan wonder. Consequently, cleanup becomes a breeze. Let me tell you, the flavors in this pasta with shrimp are truly unforgettable. Particularly, the citrus, seafood, and cheese create a taste symphony. Hence, it’ll resonate in your culinary memory. Ultimately, it’s not just a creamy shrimp pasta, it’s a genuine taste sensation.

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Ingredients:

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	250 grams uncooked pasta
	350 grams large shrimp
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	6 tablespoons melted butter
	6 garlic cloves
	zest and juice of 1 lemon
	1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
	salt and pepper to taste

To Finish

	handful of chopped parsley
	shredded parmesan cheese *measured by heart

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Directions

1.

Cook the Pasta

Start by cooking your pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserve a cup of pasta water for later and set aside.

In the meantime, clean the shrimp, pat dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, usually about 2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

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2.

So Good!

Using the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, roughly 1 minute. Stir in red chili flakes. Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.

Finally, return the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss well, adding the reserved pasta water bit by bit as necessary to create a silky, glossy sauce that coats the pasta. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed. To finish, sprinkle your Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta with chopped parsley and shredded parmesan. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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Notes

Shrimp cook quickly, so make sure to remove them from the pan as soon as they turn pink to avoid them becoming rubbery.

Higher quality pasta usually has a rougher texture which helps the sauce stick to it better, resulting in a tastier dish.

Don't forget to keep some pasta water aside before draining. It's starchy and salty, making it perfect for creating a glossy sauce that clings to the pasta.

If you're not a fan of heat, feel free to reduce or omit the red chili flakes. Alternatively, if you love a spicy kick, feel free to add more.

Leftover Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

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