Description
Indulge in the mysterious allure of Vampire Pasta, a visually stunning dish featuring rich squid ink pasta, succulent shrimp, and aromatic garlic. This captivating meal not only tantalizes your taste buds with its unique flavors but also serves as an eye-catching centerpiece for any dinner gathering. Perfect for a cozy night in or an adventurous dinner party, Vampire Pasta promises to leave your guests enchanted!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz squid ink pasta
- 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, add squid ink pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain while reserving some pasta water.
- Sauté Garlic and Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Seasonings: Stir in red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Combine: Toss cooked squid ink pasta into the skillet with the shrimp mixture. Add reserved pasta water gradually while tossing everything together for about 1-2 minutes until fully combined.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 190mg