Description
Rose Shrimp Pasta with Italian pink sauce is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring a blend of rich tomato sauce and creamy Alfredo sauce, topped with succulent shrimp and fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
Your choice of pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne work well)
2 cups tomato sauce
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 small onion, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup shredded parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup heavy cream
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnishing
1 lb shrimp (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced onion and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in the tomato paste, cooking with the onions and garlic for another minute. Add the oregano, salt, and red pepper flakes, mixing well.
- Lower the heat, then pour in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Stir until the sauce turns a pink color and thickens slightly, letting it simmer on low for 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overheat, or the cream may split.
- Add the cooked pasta into the sauce, tossing gently to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss until melted and well combined.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
If you prefer a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative like coconut cream.
For a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and add vegetables like spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers.
To add more heat, increase red pepper flakes or use hot sauce in the sauce base.
If you don’t have parmesan, try mozzarella, ricotta, or goat cheese as alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
