Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz of linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until melted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add minced garlic, and cook for 20-30 seconds until fragrant and golden, but not browned.
- Add 1 lb of shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the shrimp. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Finish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
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Notes
Enjoy your Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta fresh for optimal flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
