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Quick 15-Minute Lemon Garlic Shrimp Linguine

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A fast, fresh, and flavorful seafood pasta dish featuring tender shrimp in a buttery, garlicky lemon sauce tossed with linguine. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) linguine pasta
  • 1 lb (450 g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large size)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions, about 9-11 minutes, until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup (120 ml) pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Lower heat to medium and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
  6. Slowly add about 1/4 cup (60 ml) reserved pasta water to loosen sauce. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  7. Add drained linguine and shrimp back to skillet. Toss gently to coat in sauce. Add more pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if using. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp; remove from heat as soon as they turn pink and curl slightly to avoid rubbery texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Use fresh lemon juice and zest at the end for brightness. Pat shrimp dry thoroughly before cooking to ensure proper sear.

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