Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp Spaghetti that combines succulent shrimp with rich garlic butter sauce and perfectly cooked spaghetti.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper, cooking until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir in the lemon juice and cooked spaghetti, tossing to combine everything well.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using garlic oil instead of regular butter.
- This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or a light salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Shrimp Spaghetti, shrimp pasta, quick dinner recipe