Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy shrimp linguine recipe that’s quick and easy to make. With a flavorful garlic-infused sauce, tender shrimp, and al dente pasta, this dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 400 g Large Argentinian Shrimp (peeled and dried)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 Juice from Lemon
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Red Paprika Powder
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Powder
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
For the Pasta:
- 300 g Linguine Pasta
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Pasta Water
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 200 ml Tomato Sauce
- 500 ml Heavy Cream
Optional Toppings:
- Parmesan (grated)
- Fresh Basil
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Toss the peeled and dried shrimp with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, red paprika powder, smoked paprika powder, and dried oregano in a bowl.
- Cook the Shrimp: Sauté the seasoned shrimp in a skillet until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in butter. Add tomato sauce and heavy cream, then return the shrimp to simmer together.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook linguine pasta al dente, then add it to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce along with pasta water.
- Finish and Serve: Toss the pasta and shrimp together, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Feel free to top with grated Parmesan and fresh basil for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Shrimp Linguine, Creamy Pasta, Garlic Shrimp Recipe, Weeknight Dinner
