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Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti Recipe

This sensational Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Simple yet bursting with flavour, this recipe (inspired by Canadian Living) is perfect for impressing dinner guests who love shrimp. The rich garlic butter sauce coats every strand of perfectly cooked spaghetti, creating a dish so delicious, you'll be licking your plate clean. Often served with crusty bread, it's easily adaptable to suit various dietary needs – add steaks for a heartier meal, or roast potatoes for non-seafood lovers. Prepare for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1530.8 kcal
Protein 150g
Rating 4.9 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti

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How to Make Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute), being careful not to burn.
  3. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup of dry white wine (optional, but adds depth of flavor), 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
  5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic butter sauce. Add a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Pair with crusty bread, a side salad, and optionally, grilled steaks or roast potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

44g

Carbs

55g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Main Dish Pasta Seafood Canadian Easy European Beginner Cook Dinner Party Holiday Event Romantic Italian Shrimp Stove Top Dietary New Years Pasta Rice And Grains Spaghetti Shellfish Taste Mood Equipment