Description
Indulgent marry me shrimp pasta merges succulent seafood with creamy garlic sauce, promising a romantic culinary experience. Garlic-infused shrimp nestled in silky pasta will sweep you off your feet with its irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces (340 grams) linguine or spaghetti
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Complementary Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Immerse pasta in generously salted boiling water, cooking until perfectly tender yet firm. Carefully extract and preserve half a cup of starchy liquid before draining.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium flame. Delicately season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until they transform into a vibrant pink hue and achieve complete doneness. Transfer shrimp to a separate plate.
- Utilize the same skillet, introducing minced garlic and fiery red pepper flakes. Allow aromatics to dance and release their fragrant essence for approximately one minute.
- Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes, velvety heavy cream, and savory chicken broth into the skillet. Allow the mixture to gently simmer, reducing and thickening for 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until it melts completely, creating a luxurious, smooth sauce. Adjust the sauce’s consistency by gradually introducing reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Reunite the cooked pasta and perfectly prepared shrimp within the skillet, ensuring each morsel becomes lavishly coated with the creamy, aromatic sauce.
- Elevate the dish by scattering freshly chopped basil across the surface, then serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Swap shrimp for chicken or tofu to create a versatile protein option for different dietary preferences.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Add extra red pepper flakes for bolder heat or reduce for a milder flavor profile.
- Reserve pasta water generously to help control sauce thickness and ensure perfect creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 80 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg