Rigatoni with shrimp calamari and basil is a delicious and flavorful pasta dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. The combination of tender shrimp, calamari, and fresh basil creates a light and summery meal that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
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RIGATONI WITH SHRIMP, CALAMARI AND BASIL
Provided by Michael White
Categories Food Processor Pasta High Fiber Dinner Basil Shrimp Squid Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place half of shrimp in medium bowl. Slice half of calamari crosswise into 1/3-inch-wide rings and place in small bowl.
- Coarsely chop remaining shrimp and calamari; place in processor. Using on/off turns, blend until shrimp mixture is finely chopped. Transfer to another medium bowl.
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, heat 5 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks, garlic, and crushed red pepper; sauté until leeks are tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add chopped shrimp mixture; stir until shrimp and calamari are just opaque, about 2 minutes. Add clam juice and peas; simmer until flavors blend, about 3 minutes. Stir in 3 tablespoons butter. Season with salt and pepper. Set sauce aside; cover to keep warm.
- Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add reserved whole shrimp and sauté 2 minutes. Add calamari rings to shrimp; sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until just opaque, about 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat.
- Drain pasta; return to same pot. Add chopped shrimp and calamari sauce, 1/2 cup cheese, and 1/2 cup basil and toss to blend.
- Divide pasta among 4 bowls. Top each serving with sautéed shrimp mixture; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup basil. Pass additional cheese separately and serve.
- What to drink:
- With the pasta, pour a dry white with a hit of acidity, like the Benito Ferrara 2009 Greco di Tufo (Italy, $25).
RIGATONI WITH SAUSAGE & FENNEL
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset, over medium heat. Add the fennel and onion and saute for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add the sausage and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, crumbling it with a fork, until nicely browned. Add the garlic, crushed fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper and cook for one minute. Pour in the wine, bring to a boil, and add the heavy cream, half-and-half, and tomato paste. Bring back to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 2 tablespoons salt, and cook the rigatoni according to the directions on the package. Drain and add to the sauce, stirring to coat the pasta. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes to allow the pasta to absorb the sauce. Off the heat, stir in the parsley and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan. Serve hot in shallow bowls with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan on the side.
RIGATONI WITH SPICY SHRIMP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and season with 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt. Cook until just pink, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook until no longer translucent,1 to 2 more minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the shallot to the skillet and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook, scraping up any browned bits, until slightly reduced, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, half of the basil, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and cook 1 more minute.
- Return the shrimp and any collected juices to the skillet. Stir in the pasta; add enough of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce. Season with salt. Top with the remaining basil.
GREEK SHRIMP WITH RIGATONI
If you love shrimp, tomatoes, & feta cheese, this one is for you. It is similar to others in the Zaar database, but enough different that I think it is worth posting. It is from the local newspaper, the yellow newsprint a testiment to how many years it's been in my files.
Provided by Judy from Hawaii
Categories Greek
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in skillet, and add the garlic.
- Cook briefly, stirring, then add the tomatoes.
- Cook about one minute and add the salt, pepper, wine, basil,& oregano.
- Cook over medium heat, about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with salt& pepper.
- Heat the remaining 4 Tablespoons of oil in a large skillet and add the shrimp.
- Cook quickly for about 1 minute, just until the shrimp turns red.
- Sprinkle with the red pepper flakes.
- Spoon the shrimp& any pan juices into a small baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with the crumbled feta cheese.
- Spoon the tomato sauce over the shrimp& cheese.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the rigatoni according to the directions on the package and drain.
- Do not overcook.
- Serve the rigatoni with the shrimp mixture spooned over it.
RIGATONI WITH SHRIMP IN TOMATO AND FETA SAUCE
Steps:
- In a kettle cook the onion and the garlic in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until they are softened, add the wine, and boil the mixture for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes with the juice, 1 tablespoon of the parsley, the basil, the oregano, the salt, and the red pepper flakes and boil the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until it is thickened. Add the shrimp and cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are just firm.
- In a large kettle of boiling salted water cook the rigatoni until it is just al dente, drain it well, and stir it into the shrimp mixture. Stir in 5 ounces of the Feta and salt and pepper to taste, transfer the mixture to a lightly oiled 4-quart shallow glass baking dish, and sprinkle the top with the remaining 1 tablespoon parsley and the remaining 2 ounces Feta. Bake the pasta in the middle of a preheated 450°F. oven for 20 minutes, or until the Feta is bubbling and the top is slightly crusty.
SHRIMP AND OLIVE RIGATONI
"This pasta dish is one of my gang's favorite recipes," explains Elaine Sweet of Dallas, Texas. "I hope your family enjoys this easy main course as much as we do."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute garlic and onions in oil for 1 minute. Add shrimp and wine; cook for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. , Remove from the heat; stir in the basil, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Add olives and anchovies. , Drain the pasta; stir into skillet. Add tomatoes and pimientos; return to the heat and heat through. Sprinkle with cheese. Garnish with basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh seafood, flavorful tomatoes, and aromatic herbs are essential for making a delicious rigatoni dish.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking it until it is slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the seafood, be sure to give it plenty of room in the pan so that it can cook evenly.
- Season the seafood well: Salt, pepper, and garlic are all great ways to season seafood. You can also add other spices, such as paprika or chili powder, to taste.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really brings this dish together. Be sure to use a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of acidity and sweetness.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
Rigatoni with shrimp, calamari, and basil is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are a seafood lover or simply looking for a new and exciting pasta dish, this recipe is sure to please.
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