Akeshi's Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight

Hello, foodies!

I'm excited to share one of my favorite recipes with you today. Cooking has been a passion of mine since childhood, thanks to the inspiration I found in my mom's kitchen. Watching her bake and cook sparked my love for food, and I've been experimenting in the kitchen ever since. Cooking is not just a passion for me – it's a way of life that brings joy and creativity to every meal.

As a lover of entertaining and hosting parties, I've developed a repertoire of dishes that always leave my guests asking for more. One of those crowd-pleasers is my garlic and shrimp spaghetti – a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for any occasion or a romantic date night. Give the recipe below a try!

Akeshi Akinseye's homemade recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb deveined Argentinean peeled & deveined shrimp

  • Red pepper flakes

  • Olive Oil

  • Green Beans

  • Carrots, diced

  • 1/2 Red bell pepper

  • 1/2 Green bell pepper

  • Garlic cloves

  • Spices: Thyme, bouillon cubes/powder, salt, curry, white pepper

  • Toppings: Fresh parsley or chopped scallions

  • (Optional) Freshly grated parmesan cheese

Shrimp spaghetti with fresh veggies

Directions:

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the cooked pasta to prevent sticking.

  2. Dice and prep the onions, carrots, bell peppers, and green beans.

  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, then stir in the prepped vegetables.

  4. Season with thyme, a pinch of curry, red pepper flakes, salt, and bouillon cubes/powder. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until pink and cooked through.

  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the shrimp and vegetable mixture.

  7. Serve hot and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or scallions. For an extra indulgence, sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Garlic shrimp spaghetti dish

Enjoy your delicious garlic shrimp spaghetti!

There you have it – my go-to recipe for garlic shrimp spaghetti that never fails to impress. Whether you're cooking for a cozy dinner at home or entertaining guests, this flavorful dish is sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients, head to the kitchen, and get ready to enjoy a delicious meal that's as easy to make as it is delicious. And remember, cooking is all about creativity and having fun – so don't be afraid to add your own twist to this recipe.

Happy cooking! xx

Akeshi Akinseye

Akeshi Akinseye is the founder and CEO of Kesh Events and is the leading expert in the wedding and event industry on all things celebrations.

She is widely regarded as One of the best Wedding planners in America by Brides, Top 5 wedding vendors in the world by WEDLUXE, top wedding planner in Chicago by PartySlate and more. 

Her insights and work have been featured in national publications like Brides, PartySlate, Modern Luxury Weddings, Inside Weddings, Yahoo, ESPN, New York Times etc and she appears regularly in media outlets like ABC, The Tribune and more.

She is the author of the best-selling book, The Art of Floral And Event Design” and founder and editor of celebrations and lifestyle magazine, The Art of Celebrating. Her creativity, keen eye, attention to detail and knack for perfection is what her clients love about her. She brings the art of creativity and personalization to every single event making her the best at what she does. Akeshi honors the individual styles of her clients and she continually strives to make every experience one to remember.

http://www.akeshiakinseye.com
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