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Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta

March 1, 2022 by Alida Ryder 32 Comments

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Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta is so easy but such a showstopper recipe. The sauce and pasta cooks at the same time for minimum effort. Just delicious!

Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta

Ingredients

This shrimp pasta recipe needs only a few ingredients and is always a delicious dinner. I prefer using whole shrimp or prawns that I peel and devein myself. I find the texture to be much better than the already peeled frozen shrimp. However, if that’s all you can find, absolutely use that. Fresh garlic and lemon make all the difference in the sauce. Again, I prefer crushing my garlic cloves myself. Crushed garlic from a tub just doesn’t taste as good to me and often just stinks out my fridge.

  • Shrimp / Prawns. Peeled and deveined. If using frozen, thaw overnight and pat dry with paper towels before cooking.
  • Butter.Ā 
  • Fresh garlic.Ā 
  • Cream. Heavy/whipping.
  • Lemon juice.
  • Fresh parsley.Ā 
  • Salt and pepper.Ā 
  • Pasta of your choice. I prefer long shapes for this recipe. Linguine, Spaghetti, Tagliatelle, Fettuccini or Pappardelle will all work.

Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta

How to make shrimp pasta

  1. Start the sauce: Get a large pot of salted water boiling while you start the sauce. Melt the butter in a large skillet/frying pan set over medium-high heat then add the shrimp in batches and cook until golden brown and opaque. Try to buy the very best shrimp you can afford because the difference is notable. You want sweet, juicy, plump shrimp or prawns that won’t be rubbery once cooked. Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the pan and set aside.
  2. Cook the pasta and finish the sauce: Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente. Add a little more butter (or olive oil) to the pan you used to fry the prawns. Add the garlic and fry for a few seconds before adding the cream, lemon juice and parsley. You can also add a half teaspoon of chilli or red pepper flakes for some heat. Simmer until the sauce has reduced andĀ thickened slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add the cooked shrimp back in.
  3. Combine and serve: Mix with the cooked, drained pasta and a little of the pasta cooking water to emulsify the sauce. Serve with Parmesan and parsley.

Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta

What is the difference between prawns and shrimp?

Living in South Africa, we’ve always called this specific type of crustacean, “prawns” (as do many people around the world). Shrimp to us are teeny tiny prawns that are used most often in frozen seafood mixes. However,Ā  shrimp or jumbo shrimp as they are called in the US and what we call prawns are pretty much exactly the same thing. So when you see an American recipe using shrimp, they are using prawns (usually Tiger/Queen prawns). Similarly for American readers, if a recipe calls for prawns, simply use shrimp/jumbo shrimp.

Is shrimp healthy?

  1. Shrimp or prawns are an excellent source of protein and vitamin D, which is essential for calcium and magnesium absorption.
  2. They also have high levels of zinc which helps to increase leptin levels in your body. Leptin helps your body’s regulation of fat storage and use of energy.
  3. Shrimp contain Iodine which also helps with your body’s energy levels and how energy is used when your body is resting, it also plays a role in supporting your thyroid gland.
  4. They also contain many other minerals and vitamins essential for heart health, healthy hair and skin and bone health like phosphorous, vitamin A and omega-3 fatty acids.

Shrimp recipes

  1. Creamy shrimp curry
  2. Shrimp and grits with bacon and corn
  3. Easy garlic butter shrimp and rice
Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta

Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta

Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta is so easy but such a showstopper recipe. The sauce and pasta cooks at the same time for minimum effort. Just delicious!
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Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy shrimp pasta, Lemon garlic shrimp pasta, Shrimp pasta
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 406kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 500 g/1lb tagliatelle or pasta of your choice

For the Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta sauce

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 500 g/1lb shrimp/prawns deveined and shelled
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 cup/250ml cream
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • handful fresh parsley finely chopped
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of cooking water. 
  • In the meantime, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet/frying pan and cook the prawns in batches until golden brown and opaque. Season the prawns to taste.
  • Remove from the pan and set aside. 
  • Add the remaining butter and garlic and cook for a few seconds, until the garlic is fragrant then pour in the cream, lemon juice (start with 2 tablespoons and add more if you wish), parsley and season to taste. 
  • Allow to simmer over gentle heat until the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Add the shrimp back in and adjust seasoning. 
  • Add the pasta and a little of the cooking water and toss until the pasta is coated in the sauce. 
  • Serve with lemon wedges and chopped parsley.

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Nutrition

Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 210mg | Sodium: 695mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Pamela

    November 1, 2021 at 11:34 AM

    Absolutely de-lish! I adapted down since it was just for me. So easy and tastes…magnifique!

    Reply
  2. Edel Colbert

    March 27, 2020 at 4:11 PM

    Tasted amazing, thank you, kids loved it too. . I added some spinach and sundried tomatoes, yummy ?

    Reply
  3. Jennifer

    February 15, 2020 at 5:17 PM

    AMAZING! Absolutely love this dish with tagliatelle – so easy to make and simple ?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      February 19, 2020 at 5:27 PM

      Thanks Jennifer. It’s one of my favorites.

      Reply
  4. cris

    November 15, 2019 at 7:40 PM

    Im doing this for the second time now, its sooooo good! love it!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 17, 2019 at 6:34 PM

      So happy to hear that!

      Reply
  5. Lisa Schmeltzer

    November 10, 2019 at 11:51 PM

    Won’t the lemon juice curdle the cream? If not, why not?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 17, 2019 at 6:37 PM

      If you add the lemon close to the end of the cooking time it shouldn’t curdle. I’ve never had that issue before.

      Reply
  6. Gerard

    August 15, 2019 at 1:16 AM

    Thanks for this wonderful recipe. Delicious! Thanks also for the succinct explanation between shrimp and prawns as they apply to different cultures. Well summarized.

    Reply
  7. Caroline

    July 6, 2019 at 6:29 PM

    We love this recipe and make it a few times a month. My kids love when it’s shrimp pasta night!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      July 7, 2019 at 11:04 AM

      That is so fantastic to hear. Your kids have VERY good taste. šŸ˜‰

      Reply
  8. Maggie Unzueta

    February 25, 2019 at 11:30 PM

    Looks delicious and so tasty. Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      February 27, 2019 at 3:05 PM

      Hope you love it!

      Reply
  9. Hannah

    February 17, 2019 at 12:37 PM

    Thank you for stating the ingredients also in “g” and “ml” because I am from Europe and I find the “cup” and “lb” plain confusing and painful.
    I will cook this tonight šŸ™‚

    Reply
  10. Janina

    February 11, 2019 at 5:41 PM

    One of our familys favourites. My kids ask for it every week!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      February 12, 2019 at 3:06 PM

      Your kids know a good thing when they taste it. šŸ˜‰

      Reply
  11. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    February 11, 2019 at 12:42 AM

    Loving that sauce Alida. And shrimp is always popular on our menu. We all love it. I’ve got to try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      February 11, 2019 at 10:19 AM

      Thanks Mary Ann. It’s a family fav!

      Reply
  12. Mariah Adame

    January 15, 2019 at 8:30 AM

    What kind of cream is used?

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    • Alida Ryder

      January 15, 2019 at 5:24 PM

      Heavy or whipping cream.

      Reply
      • Deb

        January 1, 2021 at 11:48 PM

        My daughter added philly cream cheese in place of whipping cream she also added lemon zest spinach parsley and parmesan cheese. Delicious how you can change up a recipe.

        Reply
  13. Jo-Anne

    October 5, 2018 at 7:45 PM

    Made this for dinner and it was fabulous. Great recipe.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 5, 2018 at 10:41 PM

      Thanks so much Jo-Anne!

      Reply
  14. Cat

    September 26, 2018 at 2:42 PM

    Delicious! Loved how flavorful the sauce was!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      September 26, 2018 at 4:04 PM

      So good to hear that, thanks Cat!

      Reply
  15. Blair Scheepers

    September 26, 2018 at 8:46 AM

    Was searching the net looking for something to make for book club when I saw your post. Definitely making this tomorrow night! Thanks, Alida!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      September 26, 2018 at 4:04 PM

      I hope you love it Blair, please let me know what you and the book club thought! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  16. Charity MacPherson

    September 25, 2018 at 7:38 PM

    have you or anyone else tried this using cashew cream (soaking cashews overnight and putting in the blender)? just curious

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      September 26, 2018 at 7:42 AM

      I haven’t but if you do, please let me know how it worked!

      Reply
  17. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary

    September 25, 2018 at 5:41 PM

    Serious pasta goals up in here!!! Not only does this creamy-dreamy shrimp pasta look absolutely delicious, but I just love how easy this is to make! It’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners, yet fabulous enough for entertaining! Pinning to try! Cheers!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      September 26, 2018 at 7:43 AM

      Thanks Cheyanne! Hope you love it!

      Reply
      • Ingrid Wilson

        August 30, 2019 at 8:01 PM

        Love this recipe! I have never tried it with cream before but use half a glass of white wine and a squirt of tomato paste to the prawns whilst cooking. Will definitely try this version too.

        Reply

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