Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Linguini

Ingredients:

  • I lb linguini
  • 2 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 shallots, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pinch to 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Handful fresh parsley, chopped
  • Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt generously! Cook linguini one minute shy of package instructions. Strain, reserving 1/2 cup of starchy cooking liquid.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp olive oil. Add the shallot, garlic and season with a pinch of salt. Move around the pan continuously for about one minute to avoid burning. Add shrimp to heat through and season with another pinch of salt and red pepper flakes. Add lemon zest and lemon juice. Stir to combine.

3. Add linguini and reserved cooking liquid to the pan along with parsley. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.

4. Serve in bowls and top with grated Parm!

Published by boymomfoodie

I’m just passionate about food!! I’m a mom of two handsome boys. I’m a nurse by education and a cook by passion. Taste and nutrition are the most important factors in my food! I also need meals to be ready in a short amount of time due to our busy schedule. Anyone can cook!! Let me help. 😘

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