If you enjoy this recipe also be sure to try out my ever so tasty Shrimp Scampi recipe too!
The Best Shrimp Pasta!
This dish is much like fettucine alfredo but with a lemon and shrimp upgrade. It delivers outstanding flavor and you’ll find it to be perfectly hearty! It’s easy to make and destined to impress even picky eaters. All you’ll need to finish the meal and make it a hassle free dinner is to pair it with steamed or roasted broccoli or asparagus. This is my idea of the best shrimp pasta recipe, try it an let me know if you agree!
Shrimp Pasta Recipe Ingredients
12 oz. dry linguine Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 lb. large shrimp (or extra large) 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 1 cup heavy cream 2 tsp lemon zest 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste) 4 Tbsp butter, cut into 1-Tbsp pieces 1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (2.5 oz) 2 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp parlsey, for garnish (optional)
How to Make Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta
More Ways to Make It
Use another type of pasta. For similar long strand options use something like fettuccine, spaghetti, or bucatini. Shorter options like penne or ziti will work too. Swap the shrimp for a different protein. Other options would be cooked chicken or white fish. Try with a different cheese. Pecorino Romano is another good alternative here. Make it herby. For more herby flavor you can add more parsley or toss in some fresh basil. Add a vegetable. Tasty additions here would be sautéed mushrooms, bell pepper or asparagus.
Helpful Tips for the Best Shrimp Pasta
Be careful not to overcook shrimp or it can become rubbery. It should just become opaque and pinkish. For the perfect pasta texture cook just to al dente for a faint bite, and for a sturdier pasta that holds up well to a hearty sauce. Don’t forget to save some pasta water to thin the sauce. Pasta water is essential, regular water doesn’t have the added starches which helps the sauce and pasta cling together. Add the cheese off heat so it doesn’t clump and rather melts smoothly. If needed you can return to just warm heat if it doesn’t melt completely from residual heat.
Can It be Reheated?
While it’s best the first day it’s made it can also be stored in the fridge and rewarmed. I recommend reheating the pasta and shrimp separately in the microwave until just until warm enough (cooking separate will ensure the shrimp doesn’t end up way overcooked). Rewarm the shrimp on 50% power so it’s not harshly heated.
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