Gamberi Fra'diavolo Recipe
$U10 Shrimps, Flamed with Cognac & Spicy Tomato Sauce and Served with Pasta
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Sauce
Pasta
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
In a separate skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Carefully add the cognac and flambe (ignite) to enhance the flavor, then remove from heat.
- 4
Combine
Add the cooked shrimp to the tomato sauce along with the fresh basil. Stir to combine and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Serve
Serve the spicy shrimp and sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with more fresh basil if desired.
