Ingredients
• 250 g spaghetti
• 300 g shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1–2 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup pasta cooking water
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Chopped parsley (for garnish)
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Instructions
- Cook the pasta
Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain. - Season the shrimp
Toss shrimp with salt, black pepper, paprika, and chili flakes. - Cook the shrimp
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside. - Make the sauce
In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). - Combine
Add cooked pasta and pasta water. Toss until glossy and well coated. - Finish
Return shrimp to the pan, sprinkle Parmesan, toss gently, and cook for another 1 minute. - Serve
Garnish with parsley and extra chili flakes if you like it spicy 🌶️
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Tips
• Add a squeeze of lemon for freshness 🍋
• Want creamier? Add 2–3 tbsp cream or milk
• Extra spicy? Add fresh chopped chili