El Diablo Shrimp Pasta Recipe
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
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Serve
Plate the pasta topped with crumbled cotija cheese, Pico de Gallo, and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.