October 26, 2021

Shrimp Fra Diavolo and Linguini

Shrimp Fra Diavolo and Linguini is one of our favorite shrimp dinners. I start this dish by making a spicy tomato sauce. Then, I add whole pound of large Gulf shrimp. I serve this delicious shrimp sauce with linguini. I love this dish for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make this dish in under a half hour. Sometimes I just need a quick dish to make for dinner. Secondly, I like that this dish uses items I always have in the house. Since, I always keep a bag of Gulf shrimp in my freezer. And, lastly, I love all the spicy deliciousness in this dish.

The Equipment I Used

A Large Pot- I used a large pot to make my pasta.
A Large Skillet- Use this to make the sauce.

The Ingredients Needed for Shrimp Fra Diavolo and Linguini

Oil- Use a good extra virgin olive oil. I like the California Olive Ranch brand.
Garlic- Use fresh garlic. I like to buy the peeled cloves and store them in my freezer.
Tomatoes- For this recipe, I used the Pomi finely chopped tomatoes. I like the Pomi brand because they are less acidic than canned tomatoes. But, feel free to use your favorite canned tomatoes.
Oregano- Dried oregano adds lots of flavor to this dish, so don’t skip it.
Bay Leaves- These also add lots of flavor. Be sure to remove the leaves before serving.
Salt- Use kosher salt. I like the Diamond brand.
White Wine- I used Pinot Grigo, but any dry white wine is fine.
Shrimp- Use Gulf shrimp, if you can find them. Here in New York, I find the frozen Gulf shrimp to be better than the fresh ones.

How I Made my Shrimp and Pasta

First, I started my pasta, by boiling the water. Be sure to cook your pasta until it’s only al dente.
Next, I made the spicy tomato sauce. Just be sure to not burn your garlic.
Then, I added the shrimp and cooked them in the sauce, until they’re just cooked through.
Finally, I stirred in the linguini and then I served it.

If you like shrimp, you need to try this spicy and delicious Shrimp Fra Diavolo and Linguini.

Shrimp Fra Diavolo and Linguini

Shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce with linguini.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Ingredients

1 pound linguini
3 tbsp. kosher salt
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. garlic, minced
26 ounces Pomi Finely Chopped Tomatoes or any crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
2 dried bay leaves
½ cup pinot grigo or other dry white wine
1 pound shelled and deveined large raw Gulf shrimp
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the linguini. When the water comes to a boil add the salt and the linguini and cook according to the directions on the box.
As your water comes a boil, start the sauce. In a large skillet, heat the oil on low heat. Add the garlic and cook for a few minutes until it softens. Add the tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, bay leaves, wine, and a quarter teaspoon more kosher salt. Simmer for ten minutes.
Add the shrimp and cook for ten minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked. Remove the bay leaves and stir in the drained pasta.
Top each serving with some cheese and basil.