Pasta with Shrimp Pomodoro Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Pasta with Shrimp Pomodoro Sauce—an elegant yet simple dish that combines tender pasta, succulent shrimp, and a vibrant tomato-basil sauce. Perfectly al dente spaghetti or linguine is tossed in a rich, garlicky pomodoro sauce made from sweet canned tomatoes and fragrant fresh basil, with a hint of heat from optional red pepper flakes. Juicy shrimp, seared to perfection, add a delightful protein boost, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese lends a savory, creamy finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this Italian-inspired recipe is an ideal choice for a quick yet flavorful dinner that feels like dining at a trattoria. Serve it with crusty bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal everyone will love!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails optional)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can Canned whole peeled tomatoes (28 oz can)
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, if using, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the canned tomatoes, crushing them gently with your hands or using a spoon to break them into smaller pieces. Stir in the salt and black pepper, and bring the sauce to a simmer. Let the sauce cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Step 5
Stir in the fresh basil and return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 more minutes, allowing the shrimp to heat through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Step 7
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with extra fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1002.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1890.0 |
| Total Fat 80.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 981.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5069.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 116.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.9g | |
| Protein 174.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1533.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1497.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories