Indulge in a luscious Garlic Shrimp Pasta, where plump shrimp are kissed by fragrant garlic and tossed with al dente pasta, all drizzled in a rich, buttery sauce.
Author:Robert
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz (225 g) spaghetti or linguine
1 lb (450 g) large shrimp
4 tbsp unsalted butter
6 cloves garlic
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup (60 ml) grape drink
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and stir gently until fragrant and lightly golden.
Carefully add shrimp in a single layer and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque, then flip to cook the other side.
Pour in grape drink, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan.
Add cooked spaghetti and a splash of pasta water to the skillet.
Toss pasta gently to coat each strand in the sauce.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pasta to brighten the flavors.
Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for color and freshness.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Serve immediately in shallow bowls with extra parsley and lemon wedges.
Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and enjoy.