Shrimp Marinara
Dive into the irresistible flavors of Shrimp Marinara, a classic Italian-inspired dish that marries tender, succulent shrimp with a robust, homemade marinara sauce infused with garlic, red pepper flakes, and aromatic basil. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, olive oil, and dried oregano into a luscious, restaurant-quality sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan seafood pasta is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for date night. Top it off with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil for a stunning presentation that’s packed with flavor. Perfect for lovers of shrimp pasta recipes, this savory dish will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 units garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoons sugar
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 12 ounces spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Add the dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper.
In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat.
Add the cooked shrimp to the marinara sauce, stirring gently to coat. Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes to combine the flavors.
Stir in the fresh chopped basil into the sauce just before serving.
Plate the cooked spaghetti, then pour the shrimp marinara sauce over the top.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 877 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 3615 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.3 g | ||
| Protein | 148.7 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 856 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 4188 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
