**Shrimp in Marinara Sauce: A Delightful Italian Dish**
Shrimp in marinara sauce is a classic Italian dish that combines the succulent sweetness of shrimp with the rich, flavorful tang of marinara sauce. This versatile dish can be served over pasta, rice, or even grilled vegetables, making it a perfect choice for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. This article features two variations of this classic dish: a traditional shrimp in marinara sauce recipe and a lightened-up version that uses Weight Watchers points. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, so you're sure to find one that you love. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
EASY SHRIMP MARINARA
No one will believe this flavorful shrimp marinara takes under 30 minutes to make! It's an easy dinner recipe that works for entertaining too.
Provided by Sonja Overhiser
Categories Main Dish
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Thaw the shrimp (according to the package instructions, or see the section above). When thawed, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel or clean rag.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the pasta until it is al dente (start tasting a few minutes before the package recommends: you want it to be tender but still a little firm on the inside). Then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter on medium high heat. Add the shrimp, basil and kosher salt. Cook the shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until almost cooked through, turning them with tongs (they will cook additionally when you add the marinara at the end). Remove the shrimp from the pan into a bowl, leaving the juices inside the skillet.
- In same skillet, add the marinara sauce ingredients, scraping any bits off of the bottom of skillet as you stir it together. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and remove the heat. Serve over pasta and topped with Parmesan cheese (optional) and chopped basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Sugar 3.1 g, Sodium 869.5 mg, Fat 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 30.9 g, Cholesterol 197.7 mg
SHRIMP MARINARA
Provided by Food Network
Time 18m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel, define and butterfly shrimp. In a bowl, mix shrimp with garlic, 1 tablespoon of the oil and salt. Marinate, refrigerated, 1 hour.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large saute pan over high heat. Add shrimp, spreading them so cut surface lies flat. Weight shrimp with a slightly smaller saute pan or other weight, press and sear 30 seconds, and remove to a plate. Add mariner and chicken stock to pan. Reduce rapidly over high heat 5 minutes, or until liquid has evaporated. Return shrimp to pan, toss well and cook until shrimp are warmed through. Season to taste with crushed red pepper, salt and pepper. Serve immediately, sprinkled with chopped parsley.
WW 5 PT. SHRIMP IN MARINARA SAUCE
Make and share this Ww 5 Pt. Shrimp in Marinara Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nif_H
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat 30 seconds. Add oil and heat 30 seconds more. Add the shrimp and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes, until just pink.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook stirring frequently, 8 minutes, until the sauce is thickened. Serve immediately.
SHRIMP ALLA MARINARA
This recipe quickly turns a batch of homemade marinara sauce into dinner. You can serve it right out of the pan, with crusty bread and a green vegetable. Or, remove the shrimp and toss the sauce with a pound of steaming-hot spaghetti or another long, thin pasta, then put them back together in serving bowls, placing the shrimp on top. Don't attempt to toss the sauce, shrimp, and pasta together -- the lively action needed to coat the pasta will break down the shrimp. You want them to be crisp and savory.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dinner, quick, appetizer, main course
Time 25m
Yield 5 or 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 4 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 garlic cloves and cook just until golden and sizzling. Add half the shrimp, placing them in one layer in the pan. (If you crowd the shrimp, they will steam instead of fry.) Sprinkle with salt.
- Cook, turning once, just until lightly golden and pink around the edges, about 4 minutes total. With a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp to a plate. Discard garlic cloves. Repeat with remaining oil, garlic and shrimp.
- When all the shrimp are cooked, pour the sauce into the empty skillet, and bring to a lively simmer, stirring to scrape the bottom of the pan. Taste for salt and add more if needed.
- Stir in the shrimp, basil (if using) and parsley, and cook just until the shrimp are heated through. Serve immediately.
SHRIMP MARINARA OVER LINGUINE
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside (or refrigerate until later in the week).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. In a food processor, pulse the shallots and garlic until minced. Add shallots and garlic to skillet and saute for 1 minute. Add oregano, basil and red pepper flakes and stir to coat. Add the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 minutes. To the simmering sauce, add shrimp, cover skillet and simmer for 2 minutes, until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through. Pour sauce over linguine and serve with Wilted Mustard Greens.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add brown sugar and cook until sugar melts, about 2 minutes. Add mustard greens and 2 tablespoons water, cover pan and steam for 2 to 3 minutes until greens wilt. Season, to taste, with salt and ground black pepper.
- Place the garlic cloves in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the garlic is finely minced. Spoon the minced garlic into a jar and pour over enough oil to cover the garlic. Seal well and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
PASTA WITH SPICY MARINARA SHRIMP
Get a jump start on pasta night by using jarred pasta sauce and make Pasta with Spicy Marinara Shrimp for dinner. Dress up your marinara shrimp dish with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Serve over pasta or just with the sauce.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add shrimp and garlic, cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp from skillet; cover to keep warm. Add pasta sauce and tomatoes to skillet; cook on medium-low heat 5 to 8 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
- Drain pasta. Add to pasta sauce mixture in skillet; mix lightly. Top with shrimp; sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 180 mg, Sodium 1440 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g
SPICY SHRIMP MARINARA
This simple and light shrimp dish is great when served with crusty bread, pasta, or polenta. For an extra kick, season shrimp with a pinch of cayenne.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Season shrimp with salt. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. In 2 batches, cook shrimp until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, and red-pepper flakes to pan and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add marinara and bring to a simmer. Return shrimp to pan and simmer until cooked through, about 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 g
SHRIMP MARINARA
Flavorful marinara sauce simmers for just a few hours. Right before mealtime, toss in the shrimp to cook quickly. Serve over hot spaghetti for a delicious weeknight dish that feels dressed up. -Sue Mackey, Jackson, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 9 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours. , Stir in shrimp. Cover and cook on high 15-25 minutes, just until shrimp turn pink. Serve with spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
Tips:
- For a richer sauce, use a combination of olive oil and butter.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can mince the garlic and onion by hand.
- Be sure to season the shrimp with salt and pepper before cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- If you're using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw them before cooking.
- Serve the shrimp in marinara sauce over your favorite pasta or rice.
Conclusion:
This Weight Watchers 5-Point Shrimp in Marinara Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful marinara sauce that's made with fresh vegetables and herbs. Serve the shrimp over your favorite pasta or rice, and you'll have a meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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