Spaghetti with garlic butter, bacon and shrimps

Savor the rich flavors of our Spaghetti with Garlic Butter, Bacon, and Shrimps recipe! This delectable dish combines tender pasta, crispy bacon, and succulent shrimp, all tossed in a mouth-watering garlic butter sauce with a hint of zesty lemon. Perfect for an indulgent dinner that is both quick and easy to prepare. Ready in just under 30 minutes!

  • 11 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Spaghetti with garlic butter, bacon and shrimps

This recipe for Spaghetti with Garlic Butter, Bacon, and Shrimps is a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate your pasta night to a gourmet experience. The savory bacon and succulent shrimps combined with the richness of garlic butter create a dish that's both comforting and impressive. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to please seafood lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup butter
54g
2 garlic cloves
6g
2 tsp lemon juice
10g
12 oz pasta
340g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
4 bacon strips
100g
12 oz shrimps
340g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Chop the bacon strips into small pieces.
- Peel and devein the shrimps if not already done.
2. Cook the Pasta:
- Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
3. Cook the Bacon:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the bacon is crispy, remove it from the skillet using a slotted spoon and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat.
4. Cook the Shrimps:
- In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the peeled and deveined shrimps.
- Cook the shrimps until they are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimps from the skillet and set aside.
5. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the lemon juice and stir well.
6. Combine Everything:
- Return the cooked bacon and shrimps to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
7. Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Tips:

- Ensure the shrimps are deveined and cleaned before cooking to enhance the dish’s flavor and presentation.

- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese as an optional garnish for an extra layer of taste.

- Cook the pasta until it is al dente to achieve the perfect texture.

- Consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick of heat.

- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce if needed.

Your Spaghetti with Garlic Butter, Bacon, and Shrimps is now ready to serve. Enjoy the perfect blend of textures and flavors, with the crispy bacon, juicy shrimps, and the silky garlic butter sauce coating each strand of spaghetti. Pair it with a glass of white wine and a simple green salad to complete your meal.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size220 grams
Energy
Calories 600kcal30%
Protein
Protein 30g21%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 63g19%
Fiber 2.77g7%
Sugar 2.43g2%
Fat
Fat 27g30%
Saturated 10g34%
Cholesterol 160mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 150ug17%
Choline 110mg19%
Vitamin B1 0.92mg77%
Vitamin B2 0.41mg32%
Vitamin B3 10mg64%
Vitamin B6 0.41mg24%
Vitamin B9 220ug55%
Vitamin B12 1.22ug51%
Vitamin C 1.12mg1%
Vitamin E 1.33mg9%
Vitamin K 1.33ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 70mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.43mg48%
Iron, Fe 3.26mg30%
Magnesium, Mg 70mg17%
Phosphorus, P 470mg38%
Potassium, K 420mg12%
Selenium, Se 90ug167%
Sodium, Na 530mg35%
Zinc, Zn 2.82mg26%
Water
Water 90g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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