Shrimp Pasta
A delightful dish that combines tender, juicy shrimp with comforting pasta, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces favorite pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine, etc.) Choose your preferred pasta type.
For the Sauce
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp recommended for best flavor.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped parsley For garnish.
- 1 each lemon, juice Fresh lemon juice enhances flavor.
- to taste Grated Parmesan cheese Optional for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions and salt the water generously. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta cooking water. Toss the mixture to combine everything.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and add chopped parsley. Toss again to ensure everything is well-coated.
Serving
- Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients, particularly the shrimp. Consider adding vegetables like spinach for added nutrition, and feel free to customize with herbs or richer sauces.