Marry Me Shrimp Pasta – Creamy, Romantic Pasta That Impresses Instantly
Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is creamy, rich, and deeply flavorful.Juicy shrimp pair beautifully with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cream sauce.It’s quick to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions.This pasta is comforting, romantic, and unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 250 g (9 oz) pasta (fettuccine, penne, or linguine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 450 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Sauté shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add onion and sauté until soft. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until sauce thickens.
- Return shrimp to the pan along with cooked pasta. Toss to coat, adding pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Shrimp cook quickly—avoid overcooking to keep them tender.
- Sun-dried tomatoes in oil add deeper flavour.
- Parmesan helps thicken the sauce naturally.
- Sauce thickens as it cools.
- Best served immediately for optimal texture.