Portuguese Style Shrimp & Pasta Recipe

Name: Portuguese Style Shrimp & Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package Linguini Or Other Thin Spaghetti; 1 dash Salt; 1 piece Butter (pat Sized); 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1/2 whole Onion; 4 whole Shallots; 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1/4 cups Dry White Wine; 1/2 pounds Shrimp, Peeled And Cleaned; Red Pepper Flakes, to taste; 1 bunch Parsley (fresh)

Servings: persons

1
1.
2
Slice the onion and shallots into thin strips.
3
2.
4
Heat olive oil and butter in a pan.
5
Once mixture has started to heat up, add onions and shallots.
6
3.
7
On low heat, saute the onion/shallot mixture for 5 to 7 minutes.
8
Do not let them burn!
9
4.
10
Put on a pot of boiling water (salt to taste).
11
5.
12
Once onions are soft, add tomato paste and white wine.
13
6.
14
Increase the heat and mix well.
15
7.
16
Put the pasta into the pot of boiling water.
17
8.
18
Add the shrimp.
19
If you are using cooked shrimp, turn down the heat to simmer.
20
If using frozen shrimp, keep it at a higher temperature but do not let the mixture thicken too much.
21
9.
22
Add red pepper flakes to taste.
23
10.
24
Cover the pan with the shrimp mixture and let it simmer.
25
11.
26
Drain pasta and add to the shrimp.
27
12.
28
Serve and garnish with chopped up parsley.

383

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package Linguini Or Other Thin Spaghetti, 1 dash Salt, 1 piece Butter (pat Sized), 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Portuguese Style Shrimp & Pasta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Portuguese Style Shrimp & Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions