Quick Portuguese Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

• •200 grams spaghetti
• •300 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
• •4 tablespoons butter
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 teaspoon paprika
• •1 tablespoon lemon juice
• •2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• •Salt to taste
• •Pepper to taste
• •Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

4. 4

   Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, cooking for an additional minute to combine.

5. 5

   Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the shrimp and garlic butter, mixing well to coat the pasta.

6. 6

   Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.