Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWilla'sShrimp Frites Recipe

Shrimp Frites Recipe

Inspired by Willa's
Time30m
Serves4

cavatappi pasta, garlic confit, fontina

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Shrimp

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Cavatappi Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 2

    Sauté the Shrimp

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic confit and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the shrimp, salt, and black pepper, cooking until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 4-5 minutes.

  2. 3

    Combine Pasta and Shrimp

    Add the cooked cavatappi pasta to the skillet with the shrimp. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the garlic and shrimp mixture.

Cheese Addition

  1. 4

    Melt the Fontina

    Sprinkle the shredded fontina cheese over the shrimp and pasta mixture. Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted.

Serving

  1. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

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