Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavolo
A quick and flavorful Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavolo recipe featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a fiery garlicky tomato sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish balances heat, acidity, and sweetness perfectly and pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a vibrant seafood dinner.
- Author: Nina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Shrimp and Produce
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Pantry Staples and Sauces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the shrimp: Pat your peeled and deveined shrimp dry to ensure they sear nicely. Set aside to cook later in the spicy sauce.
- Sauté garlic and spices: Heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, so the flavors bloom without burning.
- Add crushed tomatoes and simmer: Pour in canned crushed tomatoes and optional white wine, stirring well. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to develop depth and meld flavors.
- Cook the shrimp in the sauce: Gently add shrimp to the simmering sauce, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking to keep shrimp juicy and tender.
- Season and finish: Taste your sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or crushed red pepper flake amounts as desired. Stir in chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best taste and even cooking.
- Pat shrimp dry thoroughly to prevent steaming and ensure proper sear.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes gradually to control spice level.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or basil off the heat for bright flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy optimal texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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