Mafaldine With Shrimps In Creamy Sauce
Prep Time
Porties
Serveert 3
Niveau
Easy
Looking for a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that feels like a restaurant meal but is super easy to whip up at home? This shrimp mafaldine recipe has it all: tender pasta, juicy shrimp, and a rich, garlicky cream sauce. The secret? A dash of cayenne for just the right kick and a touch of pasta water to make the sauce silky smooth. It’s a one-pan wonder that’s quick to make but packed with flavor. Perfect for date night, family dinner, or when you just want to treat yourself! Let’s dive into this pasta perfection.
Ingrediënten
If you have extra time, marinate the shrimp for 15-20 minutes in a bit of olive oil, lemon juice, and the spices for even juicier and more flavorful results.
Avoid overcooking the pasta; it should be “al dente” so it remains firm enough to absorb the sauce.
Don’t overcook the shrimp. Once they turn pink and start to curl, they’re perfectly done.
Want a cheesier sauce? Add some grated Parmesan cheese.
Prepare all ingredients and spices beforehand to make cooking easier.
Adjust the salt to taste.
Not a fan of spice? Replace the cayenne pepper with red bell pepper powder.
Looking for a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that feels like a restaurant meal but is super easy to whip up at home? This shrimp mafaldine recipe has it all: tender pasta, juicy shrimp, and a rich, garlicky cream sauce. The secret? A dash of cayenne for just the right kick and a touch of pasta water to make the sauce silky smooth. It’s a one-pan wonder that’s quick to make but packed with flavor. Perfect for date night, family dinner, or when you just want to treat yourself! Let’s dive into this pasta perfection.
Stappenplan
1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Cook the mafaldine for 11-14 minutes, or according to the package instructions. Carefully scoop out 75 ml of the pasta water and set it aside. Drain the pasta and let it cool slightly. |
2 Heat the butter with the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp along with the cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until just cooked through. Remove them from the pan and set aside. |
3 Using the same skillet, prepare the sauce. Heat the butter again and add the heavy cream, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, thyme, salt, and reserved pasta water. Let the mixture cook for 5-7 minutes, until the sauce thickens. |
4 Add the cooked mafaldine to the sauce in the skillet. Mix everything well to ensure the pasta is fully coated in the sauce. |
5 Plate the pasta and top with the sautéed shrimp. Garnish with additional fresh parsley or herbs if desired. |
