Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:

• 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti or linguine

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ cup chicken broth (or pasta water)

• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta

   • Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.

   • Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Cook Shrimp

   • Season shrimp with salt and pepper.

   • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.

3. Make Sauce

   • In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.

   • Stir in chicken broth (or pasta water), lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.

   • Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced.

4. Combine

   • Add pasta and shrimp back to skillet. Toss well until coated.

   • If needed, add a splash of pasta water to loosen sauce.

5. Finish & Serve

   • Sprinkle with parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve with Parmesan on top.

   • Optional: serve with garlic bread and a side salad.