Garlic Butter Shrimp and Corn Pasta with a Twist

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Corn Pasta with a Twist

A vibrant and flavorful pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp, sweet corn, and a rich garlic butter sauce, elevated with a hint of lime and cilantro for a creative spin.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
25 min

Ingredients

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12 oz linguine
4 tbsp butter
1 lb shrimp
6 clove garlic
1 ½ cup corn kernels
½ cup heavy cream
2 tbsp lime juice
¼ cup fresh cilantro
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

  2. 2

    While pasta is cooking, melt 2 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Add the remaining 2 tbsp of butter to the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add corn kernels and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens.

  5. 5

    Add the drained linguine, cooked shrimp, lime juice, and chopped cilantro to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to reach desired sauce consistency.

  6. 6

    Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Perfect With

Garlic breadSide saladSteamed asparagus