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El Diablo Shrimp Pasta recipe served on a plate
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el diablo shrimp pasta

inspired by

@oreganos

Jul 17 2025

30m

Serves 4

Recipe information

A 1/2 lb. of shrimp in spicy chipotle cream sauce with fettuccine pasta, cotija cheese and Pico de Gallo. Want chicken instead? We can do that!

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Preparation

Cooking Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Sauce

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add Shrimp

Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

4. Make Chipotle Cream Sauce

Stir in the chipotle peppers and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the chipotle cream sauce. Cook for an additional minute.

6. Serve

Plate the pasta topped with crumbled cotija cheese, Pico de Gallo, and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.