Shrimp Arrabbiata Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this fiery Shrimp Arrabbiata recipe! Inspired by Cooking Light, this Italian classic gets its name, "arrabbiata" (meaning "angry"), from its spicy, vibrant tomato and red pepper sauce. Imagine succulent shrimp swimming in a rich, flavorful sauce, tossed with your favorite pasta (spinach pasta is a fantastic choice!). Easily customizable to your spice preference, this recipe is a weeknight winner. Double the sauce and freeze half for a future meal – pure culinary genius! Elevate your dinner with crusty French bread and a fresh salad. Mangiare! (Eat!)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 603.5 kcal
Protein 87g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
Shrimp Arrabbiata

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp Arrabbiata

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How to Make Shrimp Arrabbiata

  1. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and keep warm.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sprinkle 1 pound of shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Transfer shrimp to a bowl.
  5. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet.
  6. Add 1/2 medium yellow onion (finely chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped), and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute.
  7. Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes.
  8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes, or until the sauce slightly thickens.
  9. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet.
  10. Cook for 1 minute, or until heated through.
  11. Add 2 tablespoons capers, 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (halved), and 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped) to the pan. Stir well to combine.
  12. Serve the Shrimp Arrabbiata over the warm pasta. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired. Serve with crusty French bread and a side salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

74 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

12g

Carbs

21g