Description
Simple, spicy, and irresistibly garlicky—this Shrimp Aglio e Olio is a fresh twist on an Italian classic. Tossed with tender shrimp, chili flakes, and golden garlic, it’s a 20-minute pasta that tastes like pure comfort with a citrusy, herby lift.
Ingredients
500g (1 lb) spaghetti
4 tbsp olive oil
4–6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1–2 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
500g (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1–2 tsp lemon juice (to taste)
½ cup grated Parmesan
½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and chili flakes; sauté until golden and fragrant (1–2 minutes).
Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through.
Toss in cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and Parmesan. Stir to coat.
Remove from heat and fold in parsley. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve warm with extra cheese and chili flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 30g