Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp and zesty Old Bay seasoning, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1½ tbsp Old Bay seasoning, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan (optional)
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning and salt. Drizzle olive oil over the shrimp to coat well.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes (if using), the remaining ½ tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, and the reserved pasta water. Mix to create a sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta and seared shrimp into the skillet, mixing until fully coated and warmed through.
- Serve topped with chopped parsley, grated Parmesan, and additional lemon slices if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, experiment with seasonal vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach.