Best 3 Romanos Macaroni Grill Shrimp Portofino Recipes

Welcome to the culinary journey of creating the ultimate Romano's Macaroni Grill Shrimp Portofino. This dish tantalizes taste buds with its perfect blend of flavors, textures, and colors. Imagine succulent shrimp enveloped in a luscious sauce, nestled atop al dente macaroni, and adorned with a medley of fresh herbs and vegetables. The secret lies in the harmonious marriage of ingredients, each contributing its unique charm to the symphony of flavors. In this article, we will embark on a quest to discover the best recipe for this delectable dish, ensuring your next culinary endeavor is an unforgettable success.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL - SHRIMP PORTOFINO

Romano's Macaroni Grill - Shrimp Portofino image

This is a copy of the original recipe from Ramano's Macaroni Grill. It was made by MG on a local TV station a few years ago and posted on the show's website. Enjoy! (in small portions)

Provided by Enormus

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh garlic, finely chopped
1 cup white mushroom, sliced
20 large shrimp, de-veined and tails removed
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
4 cups Baby Spinach, fresh
3 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup white wine
1 lb angel hair pasta, cooked

Steps:

In a large, pre-heated skillet, add olive oil, garlic and mushrooms. Sauté until mushrooms and garlic start to brown.
Add shrimp, sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until shrimp turn white.
Add spinach, lemon juice and white wine to sauté pan. Stir until all ingredients are mixed together well. Simmer for 1 minute.
Add heavy cream and bring to a boil and stir for 3 minutes while boiling.
Remove from heat, add pasta and stir until pasta is hot and all ingredients are mixed well.

ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL SHRIMP PORTOFINO

Romano's Macaroni Grill Shrimp Portofino image

A copycat recipe for Macaroni Grill. I crave this dish sometimes. Serve this over pasta or rice....we prefer pasta.

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories European

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

16 medium mushrooms
2 teaspoons garlic
1/2 cup butter, melted
12 -16 large shrimp, cleaned
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 (8 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts
4 lemon slices
2 tablespoons parsley

Steps:

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Add the mushrooms and 2 tsp garlic and saute until almost tender,about 5-7 minute.
Add the shrimp and saute until the shrimp is cooked, about 3 minute Do NOT overcook!
Add the rest of the ingredients except the lemon slices and parsley.
Heat through.
Serve over pasta or rice, and garnish with lemon slices and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.4, Fat 47.2, SaturatedFat 29.4, Cholesterol 186.4, Sodium 520.5, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 16.6

MACARONI GRILL'S SHRIMP PORTOFINO RECIPE - (3.8/5)

Macaroni Grill's Shrimp Portofino Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by rossboys

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

LEMON BUTTER SAUCE:
24 jumbo shrimp, peeled & deveined, cut in half
3 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons roasted pine nuts
6 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
6 cups cooked vermicelli pasta
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced
1 tablespoon shallots, minced
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 sticks salted butter, cut in tablespoons

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Wash spinach and remove stems before drying leaves between paper towels. Set aside. Spread pine nuts over bottom of sheet pan and place pan in oven on top rack. Roast until golden brown, approximately 2 to 4 min. Remove from oven and set aside. Prepare pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. Prepare lemon butter sauce. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large skillet over med-high heat. Saute shallots and garlic until translucent. Add white wine and reduce slightly more than 1/2, whisking occasionally. Add cream and reduce by 1/2. Add lemon juice and reduce by 1/2. Add white pepper. Reduce heat to low. Add remaining butter 2 tablespoons at a time, whisking continuously after each addition to completely incorporate butter. Continue to simmer, whisking until sauce just coats spoon. In large skillet over med-high heat, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter. Add garlic and saute until garlic is translucent. Stir in mushrooms, shrimp, and pine nuts. Saute several minutes or until shrimp are done and show color. Remove skillet from heat and gently stir in spinach. Place warm pasta on plate with shrimp mixture to the side. Pour lemon sauce over pasta, permitting a bit of sauce onto shrimp. Enjoy!

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp that are deveined and peeled.
If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth.
To make the sauce extra creamy, add a dollop of cream or half-and-half.
Serve the shrimp over pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Romano's Macaroni Grill Shrimp Portofino is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The shrimp are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and rich. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home.