Midnight Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Italian-American style pasta with garlic butter shrimp, black pepper, and lemon finish. A quick, cozy weeknight crowd-pleaser with glossy sauce and a pop of parsley. Simple, refined comfort food that shines with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- ½ pound (450 g) linguine or spaghetti
- ½ pound (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ 1/2 cup dry white wine (or extra 1/2 cup broth for non-alcohol version)
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat; add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, cook 2–3 minutes until pink; transfer to a plate.
- Pour in white wine (or extra broth), simmer to reduce 2–3 minutes; add lemon juice and zest.
- Return shrimp to pan, add remaining butter; toss with pasta and enough reserved water to coat; season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in parsley, adjust seasoning, and finish with a light squeeze of lemon. Serve with Parmesan.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Bloom garlic in butter low and slow for richer aroma.
- Finish with a kiss of lemon to brighten the dish.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a green salad and crusty bread to soak up the butter sauce.
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 580 |
|---|---|
| protein | 32 |
| carbohydrates | 68 |
| fat | 20 |
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