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Easy Shrimp Aglio e Olio Recipe
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring shrimp, garlic, and chili flakes, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 500 g spaghetti
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 4-6 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 1-2 tsp chilli / red pepper flakes
- 500 g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1-2 tsp lemon juice (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- ½ cup parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Heat oil and sauté garlic and chili flakes until fragrant and golden.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink; season and add lemon juice.
- Transfer pasta to the pan, add pasta water, and toss to combine.
- Stir in Parmesan and parsley, then serve with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and adjust chili flakes to your spice preference.