Description
Lemon Fettuccine with Garlic Shrimp is a delightful dish that marries zesty lemon and creamy pasta with succulent garlic shrimp. This elegant yet easy recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With each twirl of fettuccine, you’ll experience a burst of freshness and flavor, making it a go-to meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, season shrimp with salt and pepper and sauté until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat slightly; add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in lemon juice and let bubble for a moment.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring well. Simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing until evenly coated. Off heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg