There’s nothing quite like the aroma of garlic sizzling in olive oil—it fills the kitchen and makes you feel instantly at home. A few years ago, I whipped up a simple shrimp pasta on a busy weeknight, and it quickly became a favorite go-to meal. Quick, flavorful, and elegant enough for guests, it’s proof that you don’t need hours in the kitchen to create something special.
This Garlic Shrimp Pasta is all about bold, fresh flavors. Tender shrimp, perfectly cooked pasta, and a garlicky, buttery sauce come together for a dish that’s comforting, satisfying, and impossible to resist. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat, it’s a dish that always delivers.
Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
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8 oz (225 g) pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine)
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1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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Juice of 1/2 lemon
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving