Ingredients
– 1 1/4 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
– 12 ounces dry angel hair pasta
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 3 cloves minced garlic
– 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
– 3 tablespoons lemon juice
– 3 tablespoons lemon zest
– 3 tablespoons basil
– 3 tablespoons parsley
– 1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup reserved pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency
– Salt and pepper to taste for seasoning shrimp
Instructions
1-Boil salted water and cook pasta, reserving 1/2 cup water.
2-Season and cook shrimp in oil, butter, and garlic.
3-Toss pasta with shrimp, herbs, lemon, and water; adjust as needed.
4-Finish with cheese and extra herbs; serve right away.
Last Step:
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🍤 Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture.
🍝 Reserve pasta water to help create a silky sauce.
🌿 Fresh herbs enhance brightness—don’t substitute with dried for this dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 46 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 36 grams
- Cholesterol: 220 mg