Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti
This garlic shrimp spaghetti is always a family favorite. It makes a great dinner, and the best thing about it is that it takes 20 minutes to put together. I love to add chopped cilantro to the dish while sautéing the garlic. It gives the dish a vibrant color and a delicious flavor, but most of the time I prepare it without cilantro since my family is not a huge fan of it. Try it with or without to decide which version you prefer.
Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti
Description
This garlic shrimp spaghetti is always a family favorite. It makes a great dinner, and the best thing about it is that it takes 20 minutes to put together.
Ingredients
- 1 kg./2 lb. 4oz. unpeeled shrimp
- 400 g./14 oz. spaghetti
- 2 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 garlic head peeled and crushed
- ½ cup chopped cilantro optional
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup Parmesan grated
- Salt to taste
- A dash of chili flakes
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti following package directions and drain.
- Peel and devein the shrimp saving the heads. Separately wash and drain the peeled shrimp and heads.
- Place the butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp heads and sauté for 3 minutes, this will give your dish its unique flavor.
- Remove the shrimp heads with a slotted spoon and discard.
- Add the peeled shrimp and stir for about 5 minutes, until the shrimp turns opaque. Transfer to a dish and cover.
- In the same skillet, heat the garlic and cilantro (if used). Add extra olive oil to the skillet if needed. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, and chili flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the spaghetti and mix to incorporate. Cook for 30 seconds. You can add 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, optional.
- Transfer to a serving dish and spread the shrimp on top. Enjoy!
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