Description
Lemon Fettuccine with Garlic Shrimp is a delightful comfort food that combines the richness of creamy sauce with zesty lemon and succulent shrimp. This dish brings a burst of flavor and vibrant colors to your dinner table, making it perfect for casual weeknight meals or special occasions. With its aromatic garlic and fresh parsley garnish, this recipe will impress family and friends alike, creating memorable dining experiences.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sauté until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Add lemon juice and zest; stir well.
- Lower the heat, pour in heavy cream, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with cooked fettuccine; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot, with extra lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 220mg