Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

• 15 Shrimp (marinated with spices; seared)
• 1 tsp Paprika (for marinade)
• ½ tsp Black Pepper (divided; freshly ground)
• ¼ tsp Chili Powder (for marinade)
• 1 tsp Table Salt (divided)
• 2 tbsp Butter (unsalted)
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• ½ Onion (finely diced)
• 3 Garlic (minced)
• 1 cup Tomato (cherry; halved)
• ¼ cup White Wine (dry)
• ¾ cup Heavy Cream
• ½ tsp Oregano (dried)
• 250 g Spaghetti
• ¼ cup Parmesan (freshly grated)
• 1 tbsp Parsley (fresh; finely chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, marinate the shrimp with paprika, black pepper, chili powder, and salt.

2. 2

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the shrimp on both sides until cooked through and pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same pan, add the butter and another splash of olive oil. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pan and fry lightly for about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Pour in the white wine and simmer until the alcohol has evaporated and the liquid is reduced.

6. 6

   Stir in a ladle of starchy pasta water (reserved from cooking the spaghetti), heavy cream, black pepper, and dried oregano.

7. 7

   Simmer the sauce over medium heat until it starts to thicken slightly.

8. 8

   Add the cooked spaghetti, fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce.

9. 9

   Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated, then return the seared shrimp to the pan. Serve immediately.