Pasta con Camarones al Ajillo

Pasta con Camarones al Ajillo is a vibrant Mexican-inspired dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic and olive oil, served over al dente pasta. This delightful combination creates a rich, flavorful experience that balances the freshness of ingredients with a hint of spice.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 150 grams
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 200 grams
• Garlic, minced - 4 cloves
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
4. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, mixing well.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated in the garlic shrimp mixture.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains garlic, which may boost the immune system and improve heart health.

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