Description
Succulent Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine fuses Italian coastal flavors with rich, hearty ingredients. Garlic, herbs, and parmesan create a luxurious pasta experience you’ll savor with genuine Mediterranean delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 450 g (1 lb) raw shrimp, deveined
- 300 g (10 ½ oz) linguine, dried, cooked until al dente
- 300 ml (1 ½ cups) single cream
- 4 large garlic cloves, minced
- 100 g (3 ½ oz) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2–3 large handfuls baby spinach
- 1 shallot, finely diced
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsps chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Splash of cider or stock (for deglazing)
Instructions
- Shrimp Preparation: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic granules, ensuring uniform coating.
- Garlic Infusion: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat, sautéing minced garlic until fragrant and releasing its aromatic essence.
- Shrimp Searing: Add seasoned shrimp, stirring for 2 minutes until they turn vibrant pink. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Pan Deglazing: Splash liquid into the pan, scraping caramelized bits with a wooden spoon to intensify flavor profile.
- Aromatic Base: Melt butter and sauté shallots until translucent, then incorporate sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to concentrate their rich flavor.
- Sauce Creation: Reduce heat and stir in cream, creating a luxurious sauce base. Return shrimp to the pan, allowing them to simmer gently in the creamy mixture.
- Final Touches: Fold in baby spinach until wilted, then add cooked linguine, thoroughly coating pasta with the herb-infused sauce. Sprinkle fresh lemon zest and chopped parsley for brightness and aromatic complexity.
- Serving: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately, presenting a vibrant and creamy Tuscan-inspired pasta dish.
Notes
- Dry Shrimp Thoroughly: Pat shrimp completely dry to achieve perfect golden sear and prevent watery texture.
- Control Heat Carefully: Maintain medium-low temperature to prevent garlic burning and ensure delicate flavor development.
- Timing is Critical: Cook shrimp precisely 2 minutes to avoid rubbery, overcooked seafood, preserving tender texture.
- Fresh Ingredients Matter: Use fresh parsley and lemon zest to elevate dish’s aromatic complexity and brighten overall flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 75 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg