Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Creating Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Buckwheat Pasta offers a flavorful and satisfying meal. Here's how to make it:

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces buckwheat pasta (such as buckwheat spaghetti or linguine)
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook Buckwheat Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the buckwheat pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, and set aside.

2. Cook Shrimp: While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Add the cooked buckwheat pasta to the skillet with the garlic shrimp. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the olive oil and garlic mixture.

5. Add Fresh Parsley and Lemon Juice: Stir in chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice. Toss again to combine all the ingredients.

6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

7. Serve: Divide the garlic shrimp pasta among serving plates. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.

8. Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious flavors of your Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Buckwheat Pasta!

This recipe serves about 4 people. Adjust the ingredients accordingly based on your serving size.