SHRIMP PINK PASTA
Pink shrimp pasta is a delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked to tender perfection, tossed in a creamy tomato-based sauce. The sauce gets its pink hue from a blend of tomatoes, cream, and seasoning, giving it a rich, savory flavor that perfectly complements the shrimp. It's a comforting and flavorful pasta dish that's quick to prepare and guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 240 g pasta
- 200 g king-size shrimps
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion finely chopped
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Begin by bringing a generously salted pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and follow the instructions on the package for cooking time. Before draining, remember to save at least 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- In a saucepan, add the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add in the chopped onions and the shrimps and season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook on both sides for 2-3 minutes.
- In the same pan, add in the heavy cream, crushed tomatoes and pasta water.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let it simmer for a bit.
- Now add in the cooked pasta and mix until incorporated.
- Enjoy while warm!