Hey, fellow foodies! If you’re all about those amazing flavors and exciting fusions, get ready to take your taste buds on an epic culinary journey with this mind-blowing recipe for Shrimp and Burrata Red Pesto Pasta. It’s, for real, a taste explosion!
Picture this: juicy shrimp, dreamy burrata cheese, and zesty red pesto coming together in a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more and more. It’s the ultimate dish to impress your dinner party crew or even just treat yourself and your partner to some fancy homemade goodness. And the best part? This dish is extremely simple! This Shrimp and Burrata Red Pesto Pasta takes under 30 minutes to make and only needs a handful of ingredients.
Let’s do this!
Ingredients!
- 1 pack of your favorite pasta (I used penne)
- 1 pound (450g) of fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 container of red pesto (usually around 10 oz)
- 1/8 – 1/4 teaspoon of red chili flakes depending on your spice tolerance
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of heavy cream
- 8 ounces (225g) of burrata cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
The key player of this dish is the Red Pesto AKA Sundried Tomato Pesto. Sun-dried tomato pesto is a flavorful and versatile sauce that adds a burst of intense tomato flavor to a variety of dishes. It is made by blending sun-dried tomatoes with other ingredients such as herbs, garlic, olive oil, nuts, and cheese. The result is a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet pesto that can be used as a spread, sauce, or condiment. I use store bought for this dish because it saves time and money!
Instructions:
- Prep:
- Dice the onions, mince the garlic, and chop the basil.
- Pat dry shrimp with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper
- Cook the pasta:
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of pasta water, and set aside.
- Sauté :
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for approximately 3 minutes or until it starts to turn translucent. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for approximately 1 minutes per side until they turn pink. The shrimp will continue to cook when adding the rest of the ingredients so be careful not to overcook in this stage.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In the same skillet, Stir in the red pesto sauce and chopped basil and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Add the heavy cream and more salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the ingredients:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce along with 1/4 cup of pasta water, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. Allow the pasta to simmer in the sauce for a minute or two to absorb the flavors. Remove from heat.
- Serve and garnish:
- Plate the pasta and place your burrate on top along with some chopped basil for garnish. Cut open your burrata to reveal the soft and creamy center.
You won’t believe the magic that happens when you bring together the juiciness of shrimp, the creaminess of burrata cheese, and the tangy kick of red pesto! Seriously, it’s the ultimate comfort food with a touch of luxury. Whether you’re planning a special dinner or just feelin’ that fancy vibe, this Shrimp and Burrata Red Pesto Pasta recipe has got you covered!
So, get ready to treat yourself to a gourmet delight that’s gonna leave you swooning. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable pasta experience. Go ahead and give it a whirl! You won’t regret it!
Bon appetit!
Shrimp & Burrata Red Pesto Pasta
Equipment
- 1 large saute pan
- 1 large pot and strainer
Ingredients
- 1 pack pasta of choice any pasta would work for this dish!
- 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium diced yellow onion
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 handful fresh basil, chopped
- 1/8-1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 jar red pesto usually around 10 oz
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1-4 burrata i use 1 per serving
Instructions
* Prep:
- * Dice the onions, mince the garlic, and chop the basil.
- * Pat dry shrimp with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper
* Cook the pasta:
- * Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of pasta water, and set aside.
* Sauté :
- * In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for approximately 3 minutes or until it starts to turn translucent. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for approximately 1 minutes per side until they turn pink. The shrimp will continue to cook when adding the rest of the ingredients so be careful not to overcook in this stage.
* Prepare the sauce:
- * In the same skillet, Stir in the red pesto sauce and chopped basil and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Add the heavy cream and more salt and pepper to taste.
* Combine the ingredients:
- * Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce along with 1/4 cup of pasta water, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. Allow the pasta to simmer in the sauce for a minute or two to absorb the flavors. Remove from heat.
* Serve and garnish:
- * Plate the pasta and place your burrata on top along with some chopped basil for garnish. Cut open your burrata to reveal the soft and creamy center.
