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Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Savor the Best Shrimp Pasta Recipe in 30 Minutes Flat

This Shrimp Pasta Recipe is a quick and delicious dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Long pasta (such as linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti) Cook al dente.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt Enhances flavor and seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Large peeled and deveined shrimp Can substitute with other seafood.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Can substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil Use a different neutral oil if needed.
  • ¼ cup Garlic, thinly sliced Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 2 pints Cherry or grape tomatoes Substitute with canned diced tomatoes if out of season.
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed red pepper Omit if sensitive to spice.
  • ½ cup Dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio) Use broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • ⅓ cup Chopped fresh parsley Can exchange with basil.
  • Lemon zest For serving.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add kosher salt, and bring it to a rapid boil. Cook long pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes, reserving about ½ cup of the pasta water before draining.
  2. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt. In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes and crushed red pepper to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes until tomatoes burst and release their juices.
  4. Pour in white wine and simmer for about 2 minutes to cook off alcohol and reduce the sauce.
  5. Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and pink.
  6. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Mix in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning. Serve with lemon zest and more parsley on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality, fresh shrimp for the best flavor; reserve pasta water for a silkier sauce.

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