Shrimp Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp and Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add salt and stir in the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
Preparing the Shrimp and Sauce
- 2
Cook the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- 3
Add Vegetables and Seasoning
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they start to soften. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach desired consistency. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.