Pasta con gambas y limón

Ingredientes

• 8 ounces angel hair pasta (cooked according to package directions (half of a 1-pound box))
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled, de-veined, and cleaned with tails off (I prefer 12-15 count shrimp))
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Preparación

1. 1

   Boil: Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside.To a large skillet, add the butter and heat over medium-high heat to melt.

2. 2

   Stir in the garlic powder.

3. 3

   Cook: Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes total, or until just pink and cooked through. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking. Cooking time will vary based on size of shrimp and pan used; don’t overcook or shrimp will become rubbery and tough.

4. 4

   Add the lemon juice, optional lemon zest, and stir briefly to combine.

5. 5

   Toss: Turn the heat to low, add the pasta to skillet with the shrimp, and toss to combine and coat.

6. 6

   Season: Taste, check for seasoning balance, and make any desired tweaks (add more salt, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, etc.).

7. 7

   Serve immediately.