Description
These spicy garlic shrimp noodles are quick, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes. Juicy shrimp, garlicky butter sauce, and a kick of red pepper flakes tossed with tender noodles make this dish irresistible for weeknights or special dinners alike.
Ingredients
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12 oz linguine or spaghetti
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1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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3 tablespoons butter, divided
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1–2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
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½ cup white wine or chicken broth (optional)
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
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Sear the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and curled into a “C” shape. Transfer to a plate.
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Make the sauce: Add remaining olive oil and butter to the same skillet. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant (30 seconds). Deglaze with wine or broth, simmering 1–2 minutes.
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Combine everything: Add pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss well, then return shrimp, lemon juice, and parsley. Mix until glossy and coated.
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Finish: Stir in Parmesan, taste, and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with extra Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
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Reduce red pepper flakes for milder spice or add more for extra heat.
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Add broccoli, spinach, or zucchini for more veggies.
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For creamy noodles, stir in ¼ cup heavy cream at the end.
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Best enjoyed fresh—leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta, Seafood
- Method: stovetop, Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 475kcl
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: spicy garlic shrimp noodles, shrimp pasta recipe, easy weeknight dinner