Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti
Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti is popular for its simple yet bold flavors, combining the sweetness of shrimp with the aromatic richness of garlic and herbs.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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1 (12 ounce) package vermicelli or spaghetti
3/4 cup butter, divided
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup reserved pasta water
1 (6 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained (optional)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain well, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt two tablespoons butter. Add shrimp, salt and crushed red pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp is opaque pink, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and garlic and cook until fragrant, about one minute.
- Turn off the heat, add the lemon juice, pasta water, mushrooms (if using) and Parmesan cheese, and stir to combine.
- Transfer the spaghetti to the skillet and toss with the sauce.
- Add the shrimp on top and garnish with more grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
To make a creamier sauce, use 1/2 cup pasta water and 1/2 cup milk.
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