Best 2 Crispy Shrimp Pasta Recipes

Crispy shrimp pasta is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of succulent shrimp, tender pasta, and a delicious sauce. This article aims to guide you in finding the perfect recipe to create your own crispy shrimp pasta masterpiece. With a variety of recipes available, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. In this article, we will provide you with tips and considerations to help you select the best recipe that suits your taste preferences and cooking skills. We will also highlight some essential ingredients and techniques that contribute to the crispiness of the shrimp and the overall flavor of the dish. By following our recommendations, you can create a crispy shrimp pasta that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY SHRIMP PASTA FOR TWO

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Something special for two. The shrimp is the show in this dish paired with lightly sauced angel hair pasta.

Provided by gailanng

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 -5 ounces angel hair pasta, cooked al dente
3/4 lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons flour (divided)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning or 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
shredded parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

Sprinkle shrimp with salt, pepper and toss to combine. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flour over the shrimp and toss to coat the shrimp. Repeat by sprinkling 1 more tablespoon flour and toss to evenly coat the shrimp.
Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook on each side, flipping once, until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Remove to plate.
Pour in the chicken broth. Cook for about 5 minutes, whisking the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Reduce heat to medium and pour in cream, whisking constantly. Cook sauce over medium heat until bubbly and the cream starts to thicken the mixture, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasonings as desired with cajun seasonings. If too thick, add a few tablespoons additional broth.
Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce and stir to combine. Dust with parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 763.4, Fat 44.9, SaturatedFat 19.9, Cholesterol 311.6, Sodium 1959.6, Carbohydrate 54.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 35.9

CRISPY SHRIMP PASTA

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Categories Shellfish

Yield 2 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 oz fettuccine pasta
3/4 lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 tbsp flour
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 tsp cajun seasoning

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Sprinkle shrimp with salt, pepper, and toss to combine. Sprinkle 1 tbsp flour over the shrimp, and toss to coat the shrimp. Sprinkle 1 more tbsp flour and toss to evenly coat the shrimp. Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook on each side, flipping once, until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Remove to plate. Pour in the chicken broth. Cook for about 5 minutes, whisking the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Reduce heat to medium and pour in cream, whisking constantly. Cook sauce over medium heat until bubbly and the cream starts to thicken the mixture, about 5 minutes. Taste the sauce and add seasonings as desired (salt, pepper, cajun seasonings, etc.) Add the drained pasta and shrimp to the sauce, and stir to combine. *If you have trouble getting the sauce to thicken, thoroughly mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 4 tbsp cold water and add to the sauce. Sauce will thicken immediately.

Tips:

For the best crispy shrimp, use large shrimp that are deveined and peeled.
Make sure the shrimp are completely dry before cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels before dredging them in flour.
Use a light coating of flour on the shrimp. Too much flour will make the shrimp tough.
Heat the oil to a high temperature before adding the shrimp. This will help to create a crispy coating.
Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp. Cook them in batches if necessary.
Cook the shrimp until they are golden brown and crispy. Do not overcook them, or they will become tough.
Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy shrimp pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The shrimp are crispy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.