Description
Spicy Shrimp Pasta delivers a bold Mediterranean flavor journey with zesty garlic, red pepper flakes, and succulent prawns. Seafood enthusiasts will savor this quick, elegant dish that combines simple ingredients into a luxurious dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
Carbohydrates:
- 1 lb DeLallo linguine
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons DeLallo extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more for cooking pasta
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, divided
- 8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 28 ounces (794 grams) DeLallo crushed tomatoes (drained), or 1 can diced tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (plus more for serving)
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Baguette (optional, for serving)
- Flaky sea salt for serving
Instructions
- Prepare a generously salted boiling water bath for the linguine, cooking it precisely to al dente. Carefully extract and preserve one cup of the starchy cooking liquid before draining the pasta.
- Tenderly pat the shrimp completely dry, then marinate with a harmonious blend of olive oil, kosher salt, and fiery red pepper flakes.
- Ignite a large skillet with olive oil over robust heat, then swiftly sear the shrimp until they transform from translucent to a delicate coral, roughly 1-2 minutes per side. Relocate the perfectly cooked shellfish to a waiting plate.
- Reduce the skillet’s temperature and introduce minced garlic, additional red pepper flakes, and aromatic oregano. Gently toast until the kitchen fills with an enticing fragrance.
- Deglaze the pan with a crisp white wine, allowing it to reduce and concentrate its essence. Incorporate diced tomatoes and a whisper of sugar, then simmer the mixture until it thickens and melds together.
- Reunite the pasta, succulent shrimp, reserved cooking water, and freshly chopped parsley within the sauce. Toss with precision, adjusting the consistency as desired. Plate the creation, embellishing with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, additional parsley, bright lemon wedges, and optionally, a crusty baguette. Crown with a delicate sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the final flourish.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh shrimp with a slightly sweet aroma to ensure the best flavor and texture in your pasta dish.
- Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning to achieve a perfect sear and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Adjust red pepper flakes based on your spice tolerance – start with less and add more gradually for personalized heat level.
- Reserve pasta water is crucial for creating a silky, emulsified sauce that clings
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg