Easy Creamy Shrimp Linguine (Printable Recipe Version)
Tender shrimp shine in creamy linguine with garlic, tomato, and herbs—ideal for a satisfying dinner.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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400 g large Argentinian shrimp, peeled and dried
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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200 ml tomato sauce
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500 ml heavy cream
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Fresh parsley, chopped
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300 g linguine pasta
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
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Fresh basil (optional)
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon red paprika powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
→ Shrimp Marinade
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Juice from 1/2 lemon
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon red paprika powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
# Steps to Make It:
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Combine peeled and dried shrimp with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, red paprika powder, smoked paprika powder, and dried oregano in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
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Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until golden and fragrant. Stir in the tomato sauce and heavy cream, then return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
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Add the drained pasta and reserved pasta water to the shrimp and sauce in the skillet. Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated in the sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
# Extra Information:
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To enhance the flavor, add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil before serving.