Garlic Shrimp Pasta Butter (Print View)
Juicy shrimp, fresh garlic and buttery pasta combine for a rich, savory and comforting dish with vibrant herbs.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
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1 pound medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
→ Pasta
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1 pound spaghetti, uncooked
→ Aromatics
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6 to 8 garlic cloves, finely minced
→ Fats
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
→ Seasonings
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Italian seasoning, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Red pepper flakes, to taste
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Fine sea salt, to taste
→ Herbs
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Fresh herbs, optional, chopped, to taste
# Directions:
01 -
Fill a large pot with water, season generously with salt, and bring to a rolling boil. Add a drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs if using. Add uncooked spaghetti and boil until al dente, approximately 9 to 11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and set aside.
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While pasta cooks, rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add prepared shrimp and sauté until beginning to turn pink and curl, about 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add minced garlic to the skillet and continue cooking with the shrimp for 5 to 7 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and fully opaque.
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Drizzle in remaining olive oil. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet with shrimp. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and fine sea salt. Pour in 1/4 cup reserved pasta water and toss to combine, adding more pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
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Toss mixture over medium heat until pasta is evenly coated and heated through. Garnish with additional chopped fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Use freshly grated Parmesan or lemon zest for added flavor if desired; be cautious not to overcook the shrimp as they become rubbery when overdone.