Ingredients:
12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🦐
12 oz linguine pasta 🍝
4 cloves of garlic, minced 💡
2 tbsp unsalted butter 🥖
1/4 cup white wine (optional) 🍷
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 🍋
1 tsp dried parsley 🌿
Salt and pepper to taste ❗️
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) 🧀
Preparation Steps:
1️⃣ Cook linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. 🍝
2️⃣ Melt butter and sauté garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until fragrant. 💡
3️⃣ Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. 🦐
4️⃣ Add white wine (if using) and cook for an additional minute. 🍷
5️⃣ Stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. 🍋
6️⃣ Combine cooked linguine and shrimp mixture. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency. 🍝
7️⃣ Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese (if desired). Enjoy! 🧀
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Notes and Tips:
Use high-quality ingredients, especially fresh shrimp and real butter, for the best flavor.
Don't overcook the shrimp or linguine to prevent toughness.
Reserve pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick (optional).
Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.
