Spicy Shrimp and Linguine
Recipe: #6963
November 15, 2012
Categories: Shrimp, Linguine Lemon, Fathers Day, Sunday Dinner, Spicy, more
"I absolutely LOVE this shrimp recipe, it's quite easy to make with the perfect amount of spicyness but you could always add more red pepper flakes to increase the heat"
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (324.9 g)
- Calories 864.6
- Total Fat - 25.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 9.2 g
- Cholesterol - 30.8 mg
- Sodium - 201.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 148.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 14.5 g
- Sugars - 1.6 g
- Protein - 15.5 g
- Calcium - 190.2 mg
- Iron - 3 mg
- Vitamin C - 79.5 mg
- Thiamin - 0.5 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Melt butter with the olive oil in a saute pan. When the mixture is hot, add the garlic, white pepper, red pepper flakes, oregano, and cayenne pepper making sure to stir well. When garlic looks cooked but not brown (about 3 minutes) add the shrimp. Toss the shrimp about in the pan, coating them with the spiced oil
Step 2
Add the lemon juice and keep tossing over the heat. Quickly add the parsley, bread crumbs, and Parmesan. Toss to coat completely (The shrimp should now be bright pink and cooked through). Place the pan under the broiler until cheese looks melted (1-2 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 3
Serve over the cooked pasta, with additional Parmesan sprinkled over the top.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, look for ones that are plump, firm, and greyish-white in color with no strong odor.
- For the Parmesan cheese, it is best to use freshly grated cheese for the most flavor.
- Instead of butter, use coconut oil. Coconut oil has a higher smoke point than butter, which makes it a better choice for high-heat cooking. It also adds a subtle sweetness to the dish that complements the spicy flavors.
- Instead of bread crumbs, use almond meal. Almond meal adds a nutty flavor and crunch to the dish, and is a healthier alternative to bread crumbs. It also adds a nice texture contrast to the creamy Parmesan cheese.
Creamy Coconut Shrimp Melt butter with the olive oil in a saute pan. When the mixture is hot, add the garlic, white pepper, red pepper flakes, oregano, and cayenne pepper making sure to stir well. When garlic looks cooked but not brown (about 3 minutes) add the shrimp. Toss the shrimp about in the pan, coating them with the spiced oil. Add the lemon juice and keep tossing over the heat. Quickly add the parsley, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup of coconut milk, and Parmesan. Toss to coat completely (The shrimp should now be bright pink and cooked through). Place the pan under the broiler until cheese looks melted (1-2 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over the cooked pasta, with additional Parmesan sprinkled over the top.
Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan - This simple side dish is a great accompaniment to the Spicy Shrimp and Linguine. The roasted broccoli is lightly seasoned with garlic and Parmesan cheese, adding the perfect amount of flavor to balance the dish. The Parmesan cheese also ties in nicely with the Parmesan cheese used in the shrimp recipe.
Garlic Roasted Potatoes: Garlic roasted potatoes are the perfect accompaniment to the Spicy Shrimp and Linguine. The potatoes are lightly roasted with garlic, adding a delicious flavor to the dish. The potatoes also provide a nice contrast to the shrimp, providing a heartier texture to the dish. The potatoes are also a great way to add more vegetables to the meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of pasta should I use for this recipe?
A: For this recipe, it is best to use dry linguine pasta. This type of pasta is long and thin, which makes it the perfect choice for this dish.
Q: What is the best way to cook pasta?
A: The best way to cook pasta is to bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook until it is al dente. This means the pasta should still be slightly firm when you bite into it. Drain the cooked pasta and serve.
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Fun facts:
This Spicy Shrimp and Linguine recipe is similar to the classic Italian dish called Spaghetti Aglio e Olio, which translates to garlic and oil. This dish is said to have been invented by Italian soldiers during the First World War, who used the ingredients they had on hand to create a tasty meal.
This dish is also a favorite of celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis, who often features it on her show Giada at Home. She often adds her own twist to the classic dish by adding a bit of crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of extra heat.