Do not use pre-cooked shrimp, and don't overcook the shrimp. Consider adding a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor.
A symphony of flavors dances on your palate in this Garlic Angel Hair Shrimp, where delicate pasta embraces succulent shrimp, kissed by garlic and brightened with a hint of lemon. A restaurant-worthy dish, simplified for your home kitchen.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water. (4-5 minutes)
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp; sauté until no longer pink. Transfer shrimp to a bowl using a slotted spoon, retaining liquid in the skillet. (5 minutes)
Reduce heat to medium-high. Add onion and garlic to the skillet; cook until onion is translucent. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until tomatoes soften. (5-7 minutes, 5 minutes)
Add asparagus and pasta water to the skillet; bring to a simmer and cook until asparagus are tender. Stir in shrimp and pasta; cook until shrimp are completely opaque in the middle. (5 minutes, 2-3 minutes)
Season with salt, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and serve with lemon wedges.
Do not use pre-cooked shrimp, and don't overcook the shrimp. Consider adding a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor.
Cornell Hickle
Apr 18, 2025Followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect!
Lyric Gerlachcole
Mar 22, 2025The asparagus was a nice touch. Will definitely make again!
Kacie Hartmannjacobs
Feb 14, 2025I used fresh basil from my garden - yum!
Haskell Schamberger
Dec 3, 2024Quick, easy and delicious! A perfect weeknight meal.
Jace Kemmer
Oct 13, 2024I added a little white wine as suggested and it was fantastic!
Ryleigh Gerhold
Sep 5, 2024This recipe was so easy and delicious! My family loved it!