15-Minute Spicy Shrimp With Pesto Noodles
Quick and delicious spicy shrimp served over pesto-coated linguine, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, that is the story of the 15-Minute Spicy Shrimp with Pesto Noodles.
Ingredients
- 8 oz 225g linguine
- 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons 30ml olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup 120ml prepared pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons 30ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup 30g grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Boil linguine in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, then sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Season shrimp with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet with the shrimp. Pour in pesto sauce and lemon juice, then toss until noodles are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the noodles and toss to combine.
- Divide onto plates, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your spice tolerance.
- For extra freshness, garnish with additional lemon zest before serving.
- Customize the dish with your favorite protein or vegetables for added variety.