Easy Lemony Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup kosher salt
• 1 gallon cold water
• 2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp (21 to 30 per pound)
• 1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 0.33 cup white wine
• 0.25 cup lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Dissolve salt in 1 gallon of water in a large pot, then add the shrimp. Let it brine in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours. Drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired al dente texture, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Drain the pasta thoroughly in a colander.
3. In the meantime, melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes. Introduce the shrimp, white wine, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through and no longer translucent, around 6 minutes. Finally, stir in fresh parsley, lemon zest, and black pepper. Toss the flavorful sauce with the cooked angel hair pasta and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 502 kcal
• Fat Content: 20 g
• Fiber Content: 3 g
• Sugar Content: 2 g
• Sodium Content: 11829 mg
• Protein Content: 33 g
• Cholesterol Content: 251 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 45 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g