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Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti
- 2 tbsp butter
- 400 g shrimp
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Salt and pepper to taste to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook 200g of spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Mince 3 garlic cloves and chop fresh parsley. Peel and devein 400g of shrimp.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili flakes. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Squeeze in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and toss everything together until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
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