Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe (VIDEO)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
652 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe (VIDEO)
Description
Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe (VIDEO) highlights large peeled and deveined shrimp cooked simply in olive oil and seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika. After briefly sautéing the shrimp, they are set aside while a sauce is developed in the pan from butter, sautéed onion, and garlic. Deglazed with white wine, the sauce reduces before the addition of whipping cream and Parmesan cheese. The cheese is stirred in just until smooth, creating a velvety sauce that coats the fettuccini noodles perfectly. The shrimp are returned to the pan to warm through without overcooking.
The dish combines the creaminess of the sauce with the mild sweetness of the shrimp and the aromatic depth from garlic and onion. The hint of paprika adds subtle warmth. The pasta strands hold the sauce well, providing a balanced mouthfeel and flavor in each bite.
Serving this pasta immediately preserves the creaminess of the sauce and tenderness of the shrimp. Garnished with fresh parsley, it offers a fresh note to complement the richness. This pasta fits well as a main meal in a seafood-focused dinner.
As advised, avoid boiling the Alfredo sauce once the cheese is added to prevent separating. Cooking the shrimp just until opaque keeps them juicy and tender. Using Chardonnay white wine contributes a mild fruitiness but can be substituted.
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb fettuccini pasta
- 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined (21-25 ct, large raw
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion (medium), finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- 1/3 cup white wine I used Chardonnay
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste, sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 1/4 tsp paprika or to taste
- 1 Tbsp parsley finely chopped, to garnish
Instructions
- Add 3/4 lb pasta to a pot of boiling water with 1 Tbsp salt and cook according to package instructions until al-dente. Drain without rinsing and set aside.
- While pasta is cooking, prepare the shrimp and sauce. Season shrimp with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper and 1/4 tsp paprika. Place a large, non-stick pan over medium/high heat and add 1 Tbsp oil. Once oil is hot, add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 min per side or just until cooked through and no longer translucent. Remove to a separate dish to prevent overcooking.
- In the same hot pan, add 2 Tbsp butter with finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden (3-5 mins), stirring often. Add minced garlic and sauté another minute until fragrant. Stir in 1/3 cup white wine and boil down until there is only 25% of the liquid left.
- Stir in 2 cups cream, bring to a light boil then simmer 2 min. Sprinkle sauce with 1/3 cup parmesan cheese and stir just until creamy and smooth. Let it come just to a simmer without boiling then turn off the heat and season sauce with more salt, pepper and paprika to taste.
- Stir in the drained pasta and cooked shrimp, tossing until noodles are well coated in sauce. Serve in warm pasta bowls with a generous sprinkle of finely chopped parsley, more parmesan cheese and some freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
- Do not boil the sauce after adding the Parmesan cheese to maintain a smooth texture.
- Cook shrimp just until opaque to avoid toughness; remove promptly after cooking.
- Use Chardonnay or a dry white wine of choice to deglaze and add flavor to the sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 652 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 652kcal | 33% |
| Carbs | 44g | |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Sodium | 910mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 288mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1455IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 245mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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