Shrimp Carbonara Recipe
This shrimp carbonara recipe combines creamy pasta, tender shrimp, and a rich sauce made with eggs and Parmesan. It’s quick, indulgent, and perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic, and cook the shrimp until pink. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk eggs, Parmesan, and cream (if using) in a bowl.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta and shrimp in the skillet over low heat. Slowly add the egg mixture, stirring to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a traditional carbonara, omit the cream.
- Serve with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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