Korean Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Pasta

A delicious and hearty meal perfect for those looking to bulk up while exploring new flavors. Our Korean Spicy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta combines succulent shrimp, high-calorie pasta, and a rich, savory garlic butter sauce spiced with gochujang. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds with its umami profile but also packs a powerful protein punch, making it ideal for muscle gain. Each bite is a delightful balance of spice and creaminess, enhanced by fresh green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe is not just nutritious but also designed for convenience, making it perfect for meal prep. Enjoy this flavorful fusion that brings the best of Korean cuisine to your table while supporting your health and fitness goals. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or meal prepping for the week ahead, this dish will surely become a favorite!

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 servings (450 grams)

Shrimp

Medium or large, peeled and deveined

Recommended Brand: SeaPak

1 pound

Pasta

High-calorie, any shape like fettuccine or linguine

Recommended Brand: Barilla

8 ounces

Butter

Unsalted

Recommended Brand: Kerry Gold

4 tablespoons

Garlic

Minced

4 cloves

Gochujang

Korean chili paste

Recommended Brand: Chung Jung One

2 tablespoons

Soy Sauce

Low-sodium

Recommended Brand: Kikkoman

2 tablespoons

Lemon Juice

Freshly squeezed

1 tablespoon

Green Onions

Chopped

1/4 cup

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

650

Total Fat

30g

Saturated Fat

12g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

13g

Polyunsaturated Fat

5g

Cholesterol

200mg

Sodium

800mg

Total Carbohydrates

60g

Dietary Fiber

3g

Soluble Fiber

1g

Insoluble Fiber

2g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

35g

Calcium

100mg

Iron

4mg

Potassium

600mg

Vitamin A

500mcg

Vitamin C

15mg

Phosphorus

350mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Nut
Soy