Blackened Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
Blackening Seasoning
-
1
Tbsp
smoked paprika
-
1
tsp
thyme
-
1
tsp
oregano
-
½
tsp
cumin
-
¼
tsp
cayenne pepper
-
¼
tsp
garlic powder
-
¼
tsp
onion powder
-
¼
tsp
salt
-
to taste
freshly cracked pepper
Shrimp Pasta
-
½
lb
peeled and deveined shrimp
-
2
Tbsp
butter
-
2
cloves
garlic
-
15
oz
can petite diced tomatoes
-
¼
tsp
salt
-
½
lb
pasta
-
2-3
green onions, sliced
-
1
handful
fresh parsley
-
1
lemon
Instructions
- Combine the herbs and spices for the blackening seasoning in a small bowl.
- Rinse the shrimp under cool water, drain, and pat dry. Coat the shrimp with the blackening seasoning.
- Boil a large pot of water for the pasta, add the pasta, and cook until tender. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Mince the garlic and sauté it in butter over medium heat until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque.
- Add the diced tomatoes and some reserved pasta water to the skillet, and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding more pasta water if necessary. Return the shrimp to the skillet and mix well.
- Top with sliced green onions and chopped parsley, and serve with lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
4
Calories
356
Total fat
7.9g
Total carbohydrates
49.93g
Total protein
20.35g
Sodium
839.38mg
Cholesterol
0mg
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