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Spicy Shrimp Pasta


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious recipe for spaghetti noodles tossed with shrimp in a spicy, creamy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti noodles
  • 10 ounces shrimp (deveined and peeled)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • to taste red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (regular, light, or Greek yogurt)
  • ⅓ cup sweet Thai chili sauce
  • ½ lime (juiced)
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Make the sauce by mixing together mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha. Set aside.
  2. Cook spaghetti noodles according to direction on box and then drain.
  3. Meanwhile, season the shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Melt the butter in a 12-inch pan and add the shrimp. Cook over medium heat 1-2 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink and curl into a "C" shape. Add the garlic in the last 30 seconds.
  5. Turn off the heat and add the pasta and sauce and toss together. Sprinkle with cilantro and chili flakes.

Notes

  • This dish can be adjusted for spice level by varying the amount of sriracha and red pepper flakes.
  • For a lighter option, Greek yogurt can be used instead of mayonnaise.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg