Garlic butter, prepared in the microwave, is the secret to this easily and quickly prepared dish. This recipe is really great whether you are having dinner with the family or with friends.
Original recipe makes 8 servings
Ingredients
1 pound vermicelli pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound medium shrimp – peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water with vegetable oil until al dente.
- Meanwhile, place the shrimp in boiling salted water for 3 to 5 minutes, just until they turn pink. Cooking time will depend on the size of the shrimp. Remove the tails, and place in a bowl of warm water.
- In a microwave safe bowl, mix butter or margarine and minced garlic. Microwave on high for 45 seconds, or until melted. Stir.
- Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Toss with garlic butter and shrimp. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 314 kcal
Carbohydrates: 42.9 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg
Fat: 7.3 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 19.8 g
Sodium: 127 mg
