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Spicy Garlic Shrimp Noodles

Spicy Garlic Shrimp Noodles for a Quick Flavor Explosion

Experience a flavor explosion with Spicy Garlic Shrimp Noodles, quick and customizable, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 oz Linguine or Spaghetti Sturdy pasta choice
For the Shrimp
  • 1.5 pounds Large Shrimp Can use frozen if thawed
For the Sauce
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Rich base for the sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Elevates the smoke point
  • 8-10 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for maximum flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste for spice preference
  • 1/4 cup Dry White Wine or Chicken Broth Use to deglaze the pan
  • 1 whole Fresh Lemon For juice and zest
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, save some for garnish
  • 1 cup Reserved Pasta Water Infuses creaminess into sauce
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1.5 cups of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, pat the large shrimp dry and season generously with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter with olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 60-90 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and curled.
  5. Deglaze the skillet by adding white wine or chicken broth. Scrape the browned bits and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and add fresh lemon juice and reserved pasta water. Whisk until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add the drained pasta and sautéed shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat the noodles with sauce and add chopped parsley and lemon zest. Serve immediately topped with extra parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a less spicy version, adjust the amount of red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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