Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a delectable dish that elevates any meal with its rich flavors and creamy texture. This quick recipe blends succulent shrimp sautéed in a savory garlic butter sauce with al dente fettuccine, enhanced by a touch of fresh lemon and parmesan cheese. Whether you’re preparing a weeknight dinner or impressing guests at a dinner party, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a satisfying dining experience that everyone will love. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up this gourmet dish in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Fettuccine
- 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 4 tbsp Butter
- Juice and zest of ¼ Lemon
- 2 tbsp Cooking Oil
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add butter to the skillet, then add shrimp. Cook until shrimp turns opaque (about 4-6 minutes).
- Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the shrimp mixture until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Don’t overcook the pasta or shrimp.
- Sauté garlic carefully to avoid bitterness.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
- Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg