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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

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A classic Italian-American dish featuring fettuccine noodles in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce with succulent shrimp.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fettuccine noodles
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 2 minutes until golden.
  5. Slowly stir in heavy cream, milk, and egg yolk. Bring to a gentle simmer, whisking in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
  6. Add cooked fettuccine and shrimp. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, and shrimp can be replaced with grilled chicken or vegetables. Add red pepper flakes for some heat.

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