Gourmet Angel Hair Pasta With Succulent Shrimp and Creamy Lemon Caper Sauce
Savor the exquisite flavors of this gourmet angel hair pasta dish featuring tender shrimp and a luscious creamy lemon caper sauce. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and citrus notes, elevated by the richness of fresh mozzarella and delicate parsley garnish.
Ingredients
For the Pasta | |
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| 8 | ounces angel hair pasta or other pasta of choice |
| 1 | tablespoon butter |
| 2 | tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 | garlic cloves, minced |
| 1 | cup chicken broth |
| 1 | canned cherry tomatoes, drained |
| 1 | cup milk |
| 1 | tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
| 1 | tablespoon capers, chopped if large |
| 2 | ounces baby spinach |
| 1 | pinch nutmeg |
| fresh ground black pepper | |
| 1 | teaspoon cornstarch (optional for thickening) |
| 6 | ounces cooked shrimp |
| 4 | ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, diced |
| kosher salt (optional) | |
| fresh parsley, chopped for garnish | |
Instructions
For the Pasta | |
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| 1. | Prepare the angel hair pasta according to the package directions; drain and keep warm. |
| 2. | In a large skillet, heat butter and extra virgin olive oil over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute, being careful not to brown. |
| 3. | Stir in chicken broth, drained cherry tomatoes, milk, fresh lemon juice, chopped capers, and baby spinach; season with a pinch of nutmeg and fresh ground black pepper. |
| 4. | Simmer for about 10 minutes, then sprinkle with cornstarch (if desiring a thicker sauce) and stir to incorporate; gently break up tomatoes by pressing down, if preferred. |
| 5. | Add the cooked shrimp to the sauce and heat through; adjust seasonings to taste, adding a touch of salt if necessary. |
| 6. | Toss the angel hair pasta with diced mozzarella. |
| 7. | Pour the creamy lemon caper sauce over the pasta and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 484.7 kcal |
| Protein | 23.7 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 52.7 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 4.9 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița