Shrimp Marinara

Shrimp Marinara

Shrimp marinara is a real treat! It’s delicious shrimp cooked in homemade tomato sauce and served with spaghetti. You can make it in no time for a simple and yummy dinner during the week.

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Shrimp Marinara

Shrimp Marinara

Shrimp marinara is a real treat! It's delicious shrimp cooked in homemade tomato sauce and served with spaghetti. You can make it in no time for a simple and yummy dinner during the week.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Additional Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces dry spaghetti
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 (15-ounce) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

    1. Gather all ingredients.
    2. Prepare spaghetti according to package directions; drain and keep warm
    3. Meanwhile, heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add shrimp and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until nearly opaque, turning once.
    4. Transfer shrimp to a plate. Add garlic and crushed red pepper to the skillet. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    5. Stir in undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 10 minutes.
    6. Return shrimp to skillet and simmer to heat through, about 1 minute. Serve over spaghetti, topped with additional fresh basil.

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