Gulf Shrimp Cacio E Pepe Recipe
spaghettini, grana padano, chives, brown butter crumbs
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Toppings
Gulf Shrimp
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghettini
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghettini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Shrimp Preparation
- 2
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the Gulf shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt and set aside.
Brown Butter Crumbs
- 3
Prepare Brown Butter Crumbs
In a small pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until the crumbs are golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- 4
Create the Cacio e Pepe Sauce
In the same pot used for the pasta, combine the drained spaghettini with the sautéed shrimp. Add the grated Grana Padano cheese, freshly cracked black pepper, and about 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce. Add more pasta water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Serve
- 5
Plate the Dish
Divide the shrimp cacio e pepe among serving plates. Top with the brown butter crumbs and garnish with finely chopped chives. Serve immediately.
