Shrimp Puttanesca Recipe

Name: Shrimp Puttanesca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box (16 Oz. Size) Spaghetti (or Your Choice Of Pasta Noodles); 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 whole Small Yellow Onion, Diced Finely; 1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Capers And Some Juice; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Basil; 1/2 cups Kalamata Olives, Halved And Pitted; 1 can (28 Oz. Size) Diced Tomatoes; 1 package (16 Oz. Size) Frozen And Thawed Large Shrimps, Peeled, Deveined; 1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese (for Garnishing, If Desired)

Servings: persons

1 box (16 Oz. Size) Spaghetti (or Your Choice Of Pasta Noodles)
3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 whole Small Yellow Onion, Diced Finely
1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
2 Tablespoons Capers And Some Juice
2 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Basil
1/2 cups Kalamata Olives, Halved And Pitted
1 can (28 Oz. Size) Diced Tomatoes
1 package (16 Oz. Size) Frozen And Thawed Large Shrimps, Peeled, Deveined
1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese (for Garnishing, If Desired)

1
In a pot of boiling water add spaghetti and cook for 6-8 minutes, or according to your pasta package instructions.
2
Drain it and place in a large bowl and set aside.
3
In a large skillet add olive oil, diced onions, red pepper flakes, sugar, capers, basil and Kalamata olives and stir well to combine on medium heat.
4
Stir and cook about 5 minutes, then add diced tomatoes and reduce heat to low.
5
Stir ingredients and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6
Add thawed large shrimp and cook 4-5 minutes stirring a few times during cooking time.
7
Place cooked spaghetti (or your choice of pasta) in a large serving bowl and add skillet mixture.
8
Using two large spoons or forks mix together and serve immediately on individual plates.
9
Add some grated Parmesan, if desired.
10
Enjoy!

211

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 box (16 Oz. Size) Spaghetti (or Your Choice Of Pasta Noodles), 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 whole Small Yellow Onion, Diced Finely, 1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Puttanesca 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!

Shrimp Puttanesca

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Variations & substitutions

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