Spaghetti with Shrimp, Parsley, Mint, and Garlic Recipe

Name: Spaghetti with Shrimp, Parsley, Mint, and Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. spaghetti (or any other type of pasta); 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 lb. small shrimp; 2 clove finely chopped garlic; .⅓ tsp. red pepper flakes; 1/4 c. finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1/4 c. finely chopped mint leaves; 1 tbsp. butter; 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. spaghetti (or any other type of pasta)
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. small shrimp
2 clove finely chopped garlic
.⅓ tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 c. finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 c. finely chopped mint leaves
1 tbsp. butter
1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain spaghetti well.
4
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add shrimp and cook, stirring often, until pink all over, about 2 minutes.
6
Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook until shrimp is just cooked through and garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes.
7
Add parsley, mint, butter, and lemon zest; stir until combined.
8
Add spaghetti and reserved 1/2 cup pasta water to skillet; season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Cook, tossing constantly, until liquid thickens to form a sauce and spaghetti is hot throughout, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
10
Transfer pasta and shrimp to 4 shallow bowls and serve immediately.

212

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. spaghetti (or any other type of pasta), 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 lb. small shrimp, 2 clove finely chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Shrimp, Parsley, Mint, and Garlic falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spaghetti with Shrimp, Parsley, Mint, and Garlic

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