seafood dinner ideas
A quick and delicious pasta dish featuring shrimp tossed in a lemon garlic sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 large skillet
- 1 colander
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 chef's knife
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced lemon
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Optional.
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through.
- Once the shrimp is cooked, stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add the drained linguine to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Toss everything together to combine well.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition and color.
Substitute shrimp with scallops or your preferred seafood for variation.
This dish pairs wonderfully with a crisp white wine or a light salad.