Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Shrimp

Ingredients

• 200 g spaghetti
• 200 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes(optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped(optional)
• 1 tsp lemon zest(optional)
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2‑3 minutes per side until pink.

5. 5

   Add cooked spaghetti and pasta water to the skillet; toss to combine.

6. 6

   Finish with parsley and lemon zest; serve immediately.