Indulge in the delectable Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Delight, a tantalizing dish that beautifully marries succulent shrimp with a creamy garlic sauce. This recipe is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for a special dinner at home.
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Delight
Experience a harmonious blend of creamy, garlicky goodness with plump shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta in this Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Delight. It's a delightful Italian-inspired seafood masterpiece, ready to impress your taste buds.
Equipment
- large pot
- skillet
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- cooking utensil
- colander
Ingredients
- fettucine pasta
- salt
- garlic
- olive oil
- shrimp
- chicken broth
- heavy cream
- parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley
- pepper
- red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Allow it to reduce by half, which takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, which usually takes about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and heat them through in the creamy garlic sauce.
- Pour the creamy garlic shrimp mixture over the cooked pasta and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the luscious sauce.
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley and, if you like a touch of heat, sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
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Notes
- Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite pasta shape.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer red pepper flakes.
- Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a well-rounded meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 800g
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