Shrimp With The Heat Recipe
cresti di gallo, shrimp, scallions, red pepper flake, tomato
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cresti di gallo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.
Prepare the Shrimp
- 3
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- 4
Add Scallions and Season
Add the chopped scallions and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the scallions are tender.
- 5
Incorporate Tomatoes
Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Combine and Serve
- 6
Toss Pasta with Shrimp Mixture
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the shrimp and tomato mixture. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to achieve a desired consistency.
- 7
Serve Hot
Serve the Shrimp with the Heat immediately, garnished with additional scallions if desired.
