Description
Mushroom Garlic Shrimp Pasta – A delicious and comforting dish featuring juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms, and flavorful garlic. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340g) linguine or fettuccine
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz (225g) mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup (60ml) dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
- 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about half a lemon)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Pasta Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water. This will help create a silky sauce later. Drain the pasta but don’t rinse it – the starch on the surface helps the sauce cling better to your Mushroom Garlic Shrimp Pasta.
- Step 2: Prepare the Shrimp While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels – this ensures they’ll sear rather than steam. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until just pink and opaque. The key here is quick cooking to keep them tender. Remove to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Step 3: Cook the Mushrooms In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the mushrooms and arrange in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until they begin to brown on one side. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then stir and continue cooking until golden all over, about 5-6 minutes total. The mushrooms should reduce in volume and develop a rich brown color.
- Step 4: Create the Sauce Reduce heat to medium and add the butter to the mushrooms. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring constantly for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine reduce by half, about 2 minutes, then add the reserved pasta water. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 5: Combine and Finish Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with any accumulated juices. Add the drained pasta and toss everything together with tongs until well coated. Cook for 1-2 minutes until everything is hot and the pasta has absorbed some of the sauce. Remove from heat and add lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Toss again to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Your Mushroom Garlic Shrimp Pasta is ready to serve!
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg