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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Cultural Context

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta, often associated with coastal Italian cuisine, showcases the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Traditionally, it highlights fresh seafood paired with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, making it a popular dish in seaside restaurants. Today, this recipe has gained worldwide popularity, often adapted to include various pasta types and additional vegetables, appealing to diverse palates.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Linguine - 8 oz
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Unsalted butter, 1 stick - 8 tbsp
Garlic, minced - 4 cloves
Red pepper flakes - 1 tsp
Large shrimp - 1 lb
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Dried oregano - 1 tsp
Baby spinach - 4 cups
Parmesan cheese, grated - 1/4 cup
Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tbsp
Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
Cherry tomatoes - 100g

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner, while tofu is plant-based and budget-friendly.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while pecorino is often less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water with lemon

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol; water with lemon is a budget-friendly substitute.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while margarine is often less expensive.

1

Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

2

Drain pasta and reserve some cooking water.

3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

4

Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

5

Increase heat to medium-high; add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.

6

Stir in butter until melted and combined.

7

Add lemon juice and dried oregano; stir to combine.

8

Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.

9

Add baby spinach and cherry tomatoes; toss until spinach is wilted.

10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

11

Garnish with chopped parsley and grated parmesan before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potlarge skilletcolandermeasuring spoonstongs

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Shrimp Scampi PastaGarlic Shrimp Linguine
Local Name: Pasta ai gamberi con limone e aglio

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