A rich, flavorful pasta dish loaded with juicy shrimp, sautéed garlic mushrooms, and silky spaghetti—perfect for a quick yet elegant meal!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 250g (8 oz) spaghetti
- 300g shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- ½ cup cream (optional for creamy version)
- ¼ cup pasta water (reserved)
- Salt & black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Juice of ½ lemon
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook Pasta
Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain. - Cook Shrimp
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, add shrimp, season with salt & pepper.
Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside. - Sauté Mushrooms & Garlic
In the same pan, add butter + remaining oil.
Add mushrooms and cook until golden.
Stir in garlic and chili flakes. - Make Sauce
- For light version: add pasta water + lemon juice
- For creamy version: add cream and simmer 2–3 minutes
- Combine Everything
Add cooked spaghetti and shrimp back to pan. Toss well to coat. - Finish
Sprinkle parsley and parmesan. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Pair with garlic bread 🥖
- Serve with a fresh green salad 🥗
- Add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra color
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcook shrimp—they get rubbery fast
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor
- Add white wine (2–3 tbsp) for restaurant-style taste
- Save pasta water—it helps create a silky sauce
❓ FAQs
Q1: Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes, thaw and pat dry before cooking.
Q2: Can I make it without cream?
Absolutely! Olive oil + pasta water makes a lighter, delicious sauce.
Q3: What pasta works best?
Spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine all work well.
Q4: Can I store leftovers?
Yes, refrigerate up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or milk.
⚖️ Weight Watchers (WW) Points (Estimated)
Full Recipe: ~28–36 points
Per Serving:
- (4 servings): 7–9 points each
- (3 servings): 9–12 points each
💡 Lower WW Points
- Skip cream → saves several points
- Use less oil/butter
- Increase mushrooms (0 points) for volume