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Plate of Shrimp Fra Diavolo with pasta and spicy tomato sauce

Shrimp Fra Diavolo

A dynamic one-pot meal that combines spicy tomato sauce and tender shrimp, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces spaghetti or linguine whole grain or gluten-free work too
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined substitute with scallops or tofu for a different twist
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to your heat preference
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes 1 can
  • ½ cup white wine skip if desired; use vegetable broth instead
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Once the garlic is slightly golden, pour in the crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the white wine and sprinkle the oregano, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
Cooking the Shrimp
  1. Add the shrimp directly into the bubbling sauce, stirring occasionally until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt if needed.
Combining and Serving
  1. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce, tossing to ensure the pasta is well-coated.
  2. Add a touch of pasta water if needed for a creamy texture.
  3. Plate the Shrimp Fra Diavolo, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley and optional Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

Serve hot with a crisp green salad and garlic bread. Customize the heat by adjusting red pepper flakes. Feel free to add sautéed bell peppers or substitute shrimp with grilled vegetables or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.

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