Spicy Parmesan Shrimp Pasta
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
45 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
Spicy Parmesan Shrimp Pasta
Description
Spicy Parmesan Shrimp Pasta involves marinating peeled and deveined shrimp in a blend of olive oil, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavors. While the shrimp marinates, penne pasta is cooked in salted boiling water until tender and drained.
The shrimp and marinade are then cooked over medium-high heat until the shrimp turns pink, a quick process that keeps them tender. The cooked pasta is combined into the skillet, allowing the noodles to be coated with the rich, spicy sauce. The dish is seasoned with salt and pepper to taste and garnished with green onions for a fresh note.
This pasta combines umami from the cheese and soy sauce with mild sweetness and a controlled spice level from red pepper flakes. It works well as a standalone entrée, offering protein and satisfying textures from both shrimp and pasta.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or more, to taste
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, medium
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, Parmesan, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine shrimp and olive oil mixture; marinate for at least 30 minutes to overnight, turning the bag occasionally.
- In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add shrimp and sauce mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2 minutes. Stir in pasta and gently toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan and green onions, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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