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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Cultural Context

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is believed to have originated as a romantic dish, often served during special occasions or date nights. The dish combines succulent shrimp with creamy pasta, creating a rich and flavorful experience that many couples enjoy. Its name suggests that it might just win over the heart of anyone who tries it. Today, it's a popular choice in Italian-American cuisine and can be found in many restaurants and home kitchens alike.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
11 ounces/300 g dry rigatoni
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 pound/450 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sweet paprika
4 garlic cloves, minced
3.5 oz/100 g chopped sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp flour
¾ cup/200 ml low sodium chicken broth
1 cup/240 ml heavy cream
1 tbsp double concentrated tomato paste
1 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup chopped basil leaves
½ cup/70 g grated Parmesan
chili flakes

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth adds depth without alcohol.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner and more affordable.

1

Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.

2

Heat olive oil and unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

3

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sweet paprika, salt, and black pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes.

6

Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine.

7

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

8

Add heavy cream and double concentrated tomato paste, stirring until combined.

9

Finish with lemon juice and chopped basil before serving, and top with grated Parmesan and chili flakes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large skilletlarge pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfishmilkwheat

Also Known As

Shrimp PastaRomantic Shrimp Pasta

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