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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and easy 20-minute dinner featuring bright lemon and savory garlic flavors coating tender shrimp and linguine, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions, about 9-11 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Drain pasta and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir to combine, scraping up browned bits. Add reserved pasta water gradually (1/4 to 1/2 cup) to loosen sauce until silky.
  6. Return shrimp to skillet. Add cooked pasta and chopped parsley. Toss gently to coat. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and extra lemon zest if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture; remove as soon as they turn pink and curl. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid zesting the bitter white pith of the lemon. Toss pasta in sauce while hot for best flavor absorption.

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