Sautéed Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Name: Sautéed Lemon Shrimp Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Bright, zesty pasta with plump shrimp cooked in a garlic-lemon sauce, finished with fresh herbs and a touch of pasta water for a creamy texture.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
1/2 cup dry white wine
1, zested and juiced lemon
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant—do not brown the garlic.
Step 3: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove shrimp and set aside.
Step 4: Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine into the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly, then stir in 1 tbsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp lemon juice.
Step 5: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with the reserved 1/2 cup pasta water and 2 tbsp chopped parsley. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until the sauce coats the pasta.
Step 6: Return the shrimp to the skillet and heat through for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.