Shrimp and Pea Rigatoni
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
3 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Shrimp and Pea Rigatoni
Description
Shrimp and Pea Rigatoni combines rigatoni cooked just shy of al dente with a sauce made from sautéed garlic, diced canned tomatoes, heavy cream, and milk. Shrimp and peas are cooked gently in the sauce to retain tenderness and freshness. The quick simmering thickens the sauce, allowing it to coat the pasta evenly. Garlic provides a fragrant base, while the cream and milk deliver a mellow richness that complements the seafood and vegetables. This dish offers a balance between bright tomato acidity and creamy texture, all tied together with simple seasoning and olive oil.
The meal can be served as a standalone dish, as the protein and vegetables blend with the pasta into a filling plate. The peas add a sweet note and pop of color alongside the plump shrimp. This recipe is suitable for midweek meals when a comforting, lightly creamy pasta is desired without complex preparation.
Chef’s tip suggests avoiding overcooking the shrimp since they will continue cooking while simmering in the sauce, ensuring they stay tender rather than rubbery. This attention helps achieve the ideal texture in the final dish.
Ingredients
- 350 g rigatoni pasta
- 3 cloves of garlic finely chopped
- 400 g tomato diced, canned
- 100 ml heavy cream
- 100 ml milk whole
- 400 g Shrimp peeled
- 60 g pea
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
For the rigatoni:
- Bring a pot of water to the boil over a high heat. Season with salt, add the rigatoni, and boil for 1 minute less than the time indicated on the package.
For the sauce:
- Place a large pot over medium heat. Once heated, add the olive oil, garlic and sauté until golden.
- Add the tomatoes, heavy cream and milk and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the shrimps, peas, salt, pepper, stir and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the rigatoni, stir and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Serve and bon appetit!
Notes
- Cook shrimp gently and avoid over-sautéing, as they continue to cook in the simmering sauce to keep them tender.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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