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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine

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A quick and easy 15-minute dinner featuring juicy shrimp, savory garlic butter sauce, and al dente linguine. Perfect for busy weeknights and packed with comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces linguine pasta (about 225 grams), preferably dried
  • 1 pound raw shrimp (450 grams), peeled and deveined (medium to large size)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 55 grams)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of half a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add about 1 tablespoon of salt and the linguine. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 9-11 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels to help them sear nicely.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking.
  5. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup (120 ml) of pasta water.
  6. Add cooked linguine directly to the skillet with shrimp. Toss with remaining 2 tablespoons butter, parsley, and lemon juice. Add reserved pasta water a splash at a time to loosen the sauce if needed.
  7. Adjust seasoning by tasting and adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired. The sauce should be silky and coat the pasta evenly.
  8. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce and help it cling to pasta. Sauté garlic just until fragrant to prevent bitterness. Frozen shrimp can be used if thawed and patted dry. Butter can be substituted with olive oil or vegan butter for dairy-free option.

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