Garlic Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Ingredients

• 225 gSpaghetti
• 42 gButter
• 3 pcsGarlic
• 450 gShrimp
• 6 gSalt
• 2.3 gPepper
• 15 mlLemon juice
• 2.3 gChili flakes
• 25 gParsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta

   • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it to taste.
   • Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente (about 8–10 minutes).
   • Drain the pasta and reserve some cooking water if desired.
2. 2

   Cook shrimp

   • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
   • Add the garlic and sauté briefly (30–60 seconds) until fragrant but not browned.
   • Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 6 minutes until pink and cooked through.
   • Season with salt and pepper, then stir in lemon juice, chili flakes and chopped parsley.
3. 3

   Finish and serve

   • Toss the drained spaghetti into the shrimp pan so the pasta is coated with the sauce (add reserved pasta water if needed).
   • Divide between 4 plates and serve immediately.