Capellini with Shrimp Recipe

Name: Capellini with Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 lb. large shrimp; salt; 1 large shallot; 1 can chicken broth; 1/4 c. dry white wine; 1 c. frozen peas; 1/4 tsp. saffron threads; 3/4 c. half-and-half or light cream; 2 tsp. Parsley; 3/4 package capellini (angel's hair pasta) or thin spaghetti

Servings: persons

1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 lb. large shrimp
salt
1 large shallot
1 can chicken broth
1/4 c. dry white wine
1 c. frozen peas
1/4 tsp. saffron threads
3/4 c. half-and-half or light cream
2 tsp. Parsley
3/4 package capellini (angel's hair pasta) or thin spaghetti

1
In nonstick 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, in 1 tablespoon hot vegetable oil, cook shrimp with 1/8 teaspoon salt, stirring frequently, until shrimp turn opaque throughout and are tender; remove to bowl.
2
In same skillet over medium heat, in 2 more teaspoons hot vegetable oil, cook shallot until golden.
3
Add chicken broth, wine, frozen peas, and saffron threads; heat to boiling.
4
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 minutes.
5
Add shrimp and half-and-half; over medium-high heat, heat just to simmering (do not boil or mixture may curdle).
6
Stir in parsley.
7
Meanwhile, prepare capellini as label directs, using 2 teaspoons salt in water.
8
Drain capellini and place in large serving bowl.
9
Pour shrimp mixture over capellini.
10
Toss before serving.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 lb. large shrimp, salt, 1 large shallot, and more.

Yes, Capellini with Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Capellini with Shrimp

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