Spicy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Bold, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful—this spicy, garlicky, and lemony shrimp pasta brings the perfect balance of heat, brightness, and richness to your plate.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb shrimp 20-30 shrimp; raw, peeled and deveined
- 4-5 cloves fresh garlic minced
- 2 tbsp avocado or olive oil
- juice of 1/2 a lemon
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1-2 tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup white wine
- 200 g spaghetti or linguine
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan cheese more for sprinkling
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Be sure to reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water right before its done cooking.
- While the pasta water comes to a boil, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and sauté gently until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes. Stir frequently so the garlic doesn't burn. Add in the red pepper flakes and cook for another minute.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minute on each side until cooked through. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Add in lemon juice, honey, white balsamic vinegar and white wine. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes until reduced by half, stirring occasionally.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat the noodles. Add the reserved pasta water and parmesan cheese and cook for 2-3 minutes before adding the shrimp back into the pasta.
- Serve immediately. Top with more parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust the red pepper flakes to suit your taste—use less for a milder dish or amp it up for extra heat!
- Pasta Options: This recipe works beautifully with spaghetti, linguine, or angel hair pasta, but feel free to swap in your favorite!
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