Pasta With Saffron Shrimp Recipe

Name: Pasta With Saffron Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. rigatoni pasta; 1 lb fresh asparagus; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 1/4 tsp saffron, crumbled; 1 1/2 lbs uncooked shrimp,peeled; 2 Tbl extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup onion,finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic finely chopped; 2 cups heavy cream; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup chopped chives, garnish

Servings: persons

1
In a small bowl, stir together the white wine and saffron. Let stand for 10 minutes.
2
Trim asparagus, cutting into bite sized pieces. Set aside.
3
Cook pasta according to package directions adding the asparagus to the pasta water during the last few minutes of cooking time. Drain all.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet, saute the shrimp until they are pink. Remove shrimp from pan and set shrimp aside.
5
Add onions and garlic to the saute pan, saute 2 minutes. Add wine/saffron mixture and chicken broth to pan, bring to boil and cook until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 4 minutes. Add the cream, heat to boil, lower to simmer for a few minutes until thickened, stirring constantly.
6
Add the pasta, asparagus and shrimp to the pan. Toss gently and heat through. Sprinkle with the fresh chives before serving.

1504

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 lb. rigatoni pasta, 1 lb fresh asparagus, 3/4 cup dry white wine, 1/4 tsp saffron, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Saffron 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.

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Pasta With Saffron Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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