Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti 🍤🍝
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti is a culinary masterpiece that never fails to impress dinner guests, especially those with a penchant for seafood. With its simple yet divine taste, this recipe, sourced from Canadian Living, is sure to become a favorite. I often complement it with fresh bread, small steaks, salad, and roast potatoes for guests who prefer non-seafood options. Be warned, if you omit the steaks, expect this dish to vanish quickly—it’s that irresistible!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 14 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 2/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Instructions:
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Preparation: Begin by ensuring all your ingredients are ready to go. Peel and devein the shrimp, chop the parsley, and mince the garlic cloves. Quality is key, so don’t skimp on ingredients—opt for high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and fresh shrimp.
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Boil Spaghetti: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the water. Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
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Sauté Garlic: While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over low heat. Add the minced garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until the garlic turns golden but not browned.
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Cook Shrimp: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Stir-fry for approximately 3 minutes until the shrimp turn a light pink color. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp as they will become tough.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it well and return it to the pot. Pour the shrimp mixture over the spaghetti and add the chopped parsley. Toss everything together until well combined.
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Serve: Transfer the garlic shrimp spaghetti to a large, pre-warmed, shallow serving bowl. Serve immediately, allowing everyone to enjoy the delightful flavors while they’re still hot.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 1530.8
- Fat: 61.3g
- Saturated Fat: 8.8g
- Cholesterol: 345.6mg
- Sodium: 1518.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 165.8g
- Fiber: 7.4g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 75g
This Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its flavorful combination of garlic-infused olive oil, succulent shrimp, and fresh parsley, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Serve it alongside your favorite sides or enjoy it on its own—it’s delicious either way!
