Garlic Shrimp Linguine

Name: Garlic Shrimp Linguine
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 12 oz linguine; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tbsp olive oil; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup reserved pasta water; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 tsp salt

4 servings10 min prep20 min cookEasy

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Garlic Shrimp Linguine

Story updated September 18, 2026

Pairing shrimp and garlic with pasta reflects Italian-American cuisine's fondness for simple seafood pastas, likely evolving from coastal Italian dishes brought to the US by immigrants and adapted with more generous use of butter and garlic than in Italy itself.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 oz linguine
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to the package directions, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3Season the shrimp with salt, add to the skillet, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink, then transfer to a plate.
4Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the pan and cook for 30 seconds, then stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice, and a splash of the reserved pasta water.
5Add the drained linguine and shrimp to the pan and toss to coat, adding more pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
6Stir in the Parmesan and parsley and serve immediately.

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