Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo 🍤🍝
Lusciously creamy, garlicky, and shrimp-loaded pasta perfection!
📝 Ingredients:
200g fettuccine pasta
10–12 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
🍽️ Directions:
1️⃣ Cook the Fettuccine:
Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
2️⃣ Sear the Shrimp:
Heat olive oil in a pan. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sear for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and tender. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce:
In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Simmer until thickened (3–4 minutes).
4️⃣ Toss Pasta & Combine:
Add fettuccine and pasta water to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly, then gently fold in cooked shrimp.
5️⃣ Serve & Garnish:
Plate up and sprinkle with chopped parsley and freshly cracked pepper.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: ~620 per serving | Protein: ~35g per serving