SHRIMP AND LANGOUSTINE SPAGHETTI, an easy and quick seafood main dish made in no time, perfect for a light and tasty menu, with few calories.
I wanted a main dish with fresh fish that really tasted like summer. So, while passing by the fish market, I got some fresh shrimp and juicy langoustines. In a few minutes, with some sweet cherry tomatoes, I prepared these shrimp and langoustine spaghetti with an irresistible aroma.
The best part? It’s a easy and quick seafood recipe, perfect if you have unexpected guests or simply want to treat yourself with a restaurant-like dish that you can prepare at home without stress.
In this version, I used al dente spaghetti, a light sauté, fresh cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of good oil. The result is a pasta dish with fresh fish that everyone will love.
Follow me in the kitchen, today we have shrimp and langoustine spaghetti.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 5.5 oz spaghetti
- 10.6 oz shrimp
- 7.1 oz langoustines
- 2 tbsps tomatoes
- 1 tbsp salted capers
Steps
Sauté a clove of garlic if you like, with plenty of oil, don’t skimp, add the cherry tomatoes and cook on low heat while you also cook the pasta.
Clean both the shrimp and langoustines by removing the shell and intestine with the help of a toothpick.
Add a few ladles of pasta cooking water to the sauce, then drain the spaghetti al dente and add them to the sauce.
Cook for a few minutes and serve with a sprinkle of parsley.
Bon appétit
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Extra tips
If you want a more intense taste, add a pinch of chili pepper to the sauté.
You can use frozen shrimp and langoustines, but remember to defrost them well and dry them.
For a creamier dish, toss the pasta with a ladle of cooking water and a drizzle of raw oil.
FAQ SHRIMP AND LANGOUSTINE SPAGHETTI easy and quick seafood main course and Answers
Can I use another type of pasta?
Yes, even linguine or tagliolini go great with shrimp and langoustines.
How to clean shrimp and langoustines?
Remove head, shell, and black string. You can use the heads to make a quick fish stock.
How long do shrimp and langoustines cook?
Very little! 2-3 minutes in the pan, otherwise they become rubbery.
Can I prepare the sauce in advance?
Better not: the fish should be cooked at the moment to retain flavor and tenderness.
How to get a more fragrant shrimp and langoustine spaghetti dish?
Flame the sauté with dry white wine and add fresh chopped parsley at the end.
