Zesty Shrimp Pasta with a Lemon Kick

Today’s Dish: Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

I’m excited to share this recipe for Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta with you today. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a quick and delicious weeknight meal. The combination of zesty lemon, savory garlic, tender shrimp, and al dente pasta creates a flavor-packed dish that will satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients:

• 300g shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 250g pasta (linguine or spaghetti work well)
• 50g unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• large pot
• skillet
• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• zester

Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water, and set aside.

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing for a minute until fragrant.

Next, add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste.

Once the shrimp are cooked, add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the lemon zest and lemon juice. Toss everything together, adding a splash of pasta water if necessary to create a creamy sauce.

To finish, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and give it one final toss to combine all the flavors.

Serve the Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta hot, garnished with extra parsley and a wedge of lemon on the side.

This dish serves 4 and each serving weighs approximately 250g. One serving of this Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is around 400 calories.

One unique tip for this recipe is to add a splash of white wine to the skillet after cooking the garlic for an extra depth of flavor.

I hope you enjoy making and eating this delicious Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or protein to make it your own. Bon appétit!