Shrimp Fresca Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the tomatoes. Add the cooked pasta, lemon juice, and chopped basil. Toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- 5
Serve
Serve the Shrimp Fresca Pasta immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.
