Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring shrimp, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Pasta and Shrimp Ingredients
- 340 grams fettuccine or penne pasta
- 450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
Preparing the Sauce
- In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
- Stir in the butter, allowing it to melt, and combine everything.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well mixed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
- Serve hot, optionally with a fresh side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
For best results, use a high-quality pasta and cook the shrimp just until they turn pink. Save some pasta water to help thicken the sauce if needed.