Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Fettuccine
Yield: 4-6 servings
Cook Time: About 10 minutes
Tips: You can peel and devein shrimp a day or two in advance and store in refrigerator until ready to cook.
Suggestion: Serve with a green salad and Garlic Bread, Cheese & Garlic Breadsticks or Crusty French Bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fettuccine noodles
- 1 1/4 lbs. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions (green tops only)
Directions
In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, onion powder, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, parsley and green onions. Set these pre-mixed spices and herbs aside near cooking area.
Start cooking fettuccine noodles according to package directions.
While noodles are cooking, heat a large skillet over high heat. When skillet is hot, add 2 tablespoons of the butter and the oil and heat until hot. Add shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until shrimp has turned pink. Add garlic and cook while gently stirring for about 30 seconds. Add lemon juice, wine, the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the pre-mixed spices and herbs. Stir together all ingredients together while cooking for an additional 1 minute.
Add noodles to skillet and toss gently to combine. Transfer to a serving dish. Top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.