Description
Shrimp Pasta is a delectable dish that harmoniously combines rich, creamy sauce with perfectly cooked shrimp and al dente spaghetti. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, taking less than 30 minutes to prepare. Each bite bursts with flavors from garlic, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, making it an irresistible choice for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook until pink and opaque (2-3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, scraping up browned bits; simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with drained spaghetti; toss gently. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve on plates, topped with Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 175mg