Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Introduction

This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick, elegant dinner that feels indulgent without being complicated. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, tossed with tender fettuccine, fresh arugula, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. The aroma of garlic and herbs fills the kitchen, while the touch of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of warmth. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes and delivers restaurant-quality flavor straight to your table.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (225 g) fettuccine
• 1 pound (450 g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (12 g / 0.4 oz)
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano (1 g / 0.03 oz)
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (1 g / 0.03 oz)
• 2 cups (60 g / 2 oz) baby arugula
• ¼ cup (25 g / 0.9 oz) freshly grated Parmesan
• 2 tablespoons (8 g / 0.3 oz) chopped fresh parsley leaves

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