Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Pasta:
8 ounces spaghetti noodles
2 tablespoons butter
10 ounces shrimp, deveined and peeled
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Red pepper flakes, for garnish
For the Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sweet Thai chili sauce
1/2 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
Instructions:
Make the Sauce:
In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha sauce. Set aside.
Cook the Spaghetti:
Follow package instructions to cook spaghetti noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Season the Shrimp:
Sprinkle shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Cook the Shrimp:
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Add minced garlic in the last 30 seconds and sauté until fragrant.
Combine Pasta and Shrimp:
Turn off the heat and add cooked spaghetti to the skillet with shrimp.
Add the Sauce:
Pour the sauce over the shrimp and pasta. Toss to coat evenly.
Garnish and Serve:
Top with chopped cilantro and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Enjoy a quick and flavorful meal with this Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta recipe, ready in just 20 minutes!