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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter Recipe That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Learn how to make delicious Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter Recipe. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth (substitute with vegetable broth if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional but highly recommended)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water for later.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant and golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic—it can turn bitter fast!
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until shrimp turn pink and opaque. From experience, shrimp cook quickly, so keep an eye on them—overcooked shrimp are the saddest shrimp.
  4. Pour in the white wine or broth and lemon juice, stirring to deglaze the pan. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes until the liquid reduces slightly, concentrating those flavors.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to create a silky sauce. If the sauce seems thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up—this little trick always saves the day in my kitchen.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Mix gently to coat the noodles evenly.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with a generous grating of Parmesan cheese if you like.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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