Name: Parmesan Shrimp Pasta
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 49 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.333 cup Olive Oil; 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese; 1 tbsp Garlic; 1 tbsp Brown Sugar; 2 teaspoons Soy Sauce; 1 lb Shrimp; 8 ounces Penne Pasta; 0.25 tsp Salt and Pepper; Parmesan Cheese

This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta in a buttery, creamy sauce is amazing. Made with easy ingredients, it’s a family favorite and it is restaurant quality food you can make at home. This simple shrimp recipe is a restaurant quality recipe that my family loves. I always look for peeled and deveined shrimp at the store, but you can easily use shrimp with tails.

Pasta

49 m

American

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Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

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Ingredients

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Instructions

In a large bowl with a lid, whisk together oil, cheese, garlic, sugar, and soy sauce. Add the shrimp and stir.

Place lid on the bowl and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Before removing shrimp from the refrigerator, cook pasta according to directions.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and marinade cooking until raw shrimp is pink or pre-cooked shrimp is heated, about three minutes.

Stir in pasta and gently toss; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve immediately garnished with parmesan cheese.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Shrimp Thoroughly 🍤
Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels before cooking to achieve a golden sear and prevent steaming, which locks in flavor and creates better texture.
Cook Pasta Al Dente 🍝
Remove pasta 1-2 minutes before the package time, as it will continue cooking when tossed with the hot sauce, preventing mushy results.
Bloom Garlic in Oil First 🧄
Infuse your olive oil with minced garlic over low heat for 30-45 seconds before adding other ingredients to develop deep, complex garlic flavor without bitterness.
Don't Overcrowd the Pan 🔪
Cook shrimp in a single layer and avoid moving them for the first minute to get a proper crust; overcrowding causes steaming and uneven cooking.
Reserve Pasta Water for Sauce 💧
Save 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining to adjust sauce consistency and help it cling to the pasta for a silkier, more cohesive dish.