Budget Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti (Print Version)

Pasta, shrimp, garlic, and herbs deliver Mediterranean comfort in under 30 minutes.

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta & Protein

01 - 300 g dried spaghetti
02 - 300 g frozen shrimp, thawed and peeled

→ Aromatics

03 - 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
04 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
06 - Fresh parsley, chopped, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve some cooking water and drain well.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1–2 minutes.
03 - Add thawed shrimp and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until shrimp are opaque and pink, about 3–4 minutes.
04 - Add drained spaghetti and several tablespoons of reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss with shrimp and aromatics until well combined. Remove from heat and fold in chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Serve with lemon wedges for added brightness.