CREAM-FREE SHRIMP ALFREDO
There's no cream in this take on alfredo, but the end result is just as rich and silky as its heavier versions-and arguably makes a better final dish since ingredients like cream tend to mask delicate flavors like seafood. So how did we manage to create a creamy (yet cream-less) alfredo? By slowly whisking in butter, cheese, and egg yolk into starchy pasta water, the mixture emulsifies into a sauce that-once tossed with the shrimp, fettuccine, and peas-is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Provided by Greg Lofts
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of generously salted boiling water until al dente, about 2 minutes less than package instructions. Add peas during last 15 seconds of cooking. Drain, reserving 2 1/2 cups pasta water and covering to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, season shrimp with salt and pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until golden brown in places and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
- In a bowl, slowly whisk 3/4 cup pasta water into egg yolk. Bring another 3/4 cup pasta water to a simmer in skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low until water is steaming hot but no longer simmering; stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter until melted. Whisk in cheese, a little at a time, allowing each addition to dissolve before adding more, until smooth. Slowly whisk in yolk mixture.
- Add pasta and peas; increase heat to medium and cook, tossing a few times, until sauce thickens just enough to evenly coat pasta. Remove from heat; toss in shrimp and any accumulated juices. (If sauce has thickened too much, add more pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time.) Serve with more cheese and pepper.
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Malak Mostafa
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!
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[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any shrimp alfredo lover.
Emon Vhai
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect shrimp alfredo.
Waz Anakhonda
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
Kei Wilson
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the perfectly cooked shrimp.
Jane Muthoni Wakanyi
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The sauce was amazing and the shrimp were cooked to perfection.
natok story
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked well.
Khalid Madari
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be great for people who like spicy food.
Mike boyle
[email protected]I loved the creamy sauce and the perfectly cooked shrimp. This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal.
Mathias John
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Courtney Aidah
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too thick for my liking, but the shrimp were cooked perfectly.
Maryam Kusum
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I had to add some extra seasonings to make it more flavorful.
Oratile Komane
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!
shorif ahmed
[email protected]This is my new go-to shrimp alfredo recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The sauce is rich and creamy, and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly.
Usman Jan
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was amazing! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
FORTNATE MAKASI
[email protected]This shrimp alfredo was a hit! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over linguine, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.