Description
Bang bang shrimp pasta delivers a spicy and creamy fusion of flavors from Asian and American cuisines. Quick weeknight dinners become delightful experiences with this simple, zesty recipe that satisfies spice-loving palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (453 g) uncooked peeled and deveined medium shrimp
- 12 oz (340 g) dry spaghetti
- ½ cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 ml) lime juice (from 2 medium limes)
- 2 tbsps Asian chili-garlic sauce
- 2 medium scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prep Station: Position oven rack to middle position and warm to 400°F while coating a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk together yogurt, chili-garlic sauce, honey, garlic powder, and lime juice in a mixing bowl to craft a vibrant, tangy mixture.
- Pasta Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a vigorous boil, then cook pasta according to package directions until perfectly al dente.
- Shrimp Seasoning: Thoroughly pat shrimp dry, then distribute across the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and cayenne, ensuring even coating.
- Roasting Process: Slide baking sheet into preheated oven, roasting shrimp for 6-8 minutes and rotating midway until they transform to opaque pink. Drizzle remaining lime juice over roasted shrimp, capturing caramelized essence from the pan.
- Pasta Assembly: Return drained pasta to pot, generously coat with yogurt sauce, then gently incorporate roasted shrimp and accumulated pan juices. Fold in half the chopped scallions.
- Finishing Touch: Plate pasta, lavishly garnish with crispy breadcrumbs and remaining scallions. Serve piping hot for maximum flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Shrimp Selection Matters: Choose medium-sized, fresh shrimp for optimal texture and even cooking.
- Pat Dry for Perfect Roasting: Removing excess moisture ensures crispy, caramelized shrimp edges and prevents steaming.
- Spice Balancing Trick: Adjust cayenne pepper according to heat preference, starting with a light sprinkle for mild flavor.
- Sauce Coating Technique: Stir pasta sauce thoroughly to guarantee every strand is evenly and generously covered.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg