Pasta al verde with shrimps

Pasta al verde with shrimps is a simple and refined dish that combines the delicate flavor of shrimps with the fresh scent of herbs. Here’s how to prepare this delicious dish with an Italian twist.

Ingredients

• 320 g of pasta (spaghetti, linguine or tagliatelle work great)
• 200 g of cleaned shrimps
• 1 bunch of parsley
• 1 bunch of basil
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 glass of white wine
• Grated zest of 1 lemon (optional for a fresh touch)

Preparation

1. In a large pan, sauté finely chopped garlic in a bit of extra virgin olive oil. It’s important for the garlic to not take on too much color but to become slightly golden.

2. Add the shrimps and brown them quickly, then deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of salted water following the package instructions to have it al dente.

4. Once the necessary time has elapsed, finely chop the parsley and basil. If you wish to add a touch of freshness, you can also include the grated lemon zest.

5. Drain the pasta al dente and transfer it to the pan with the shrimps, adding the chopped herbs (and lemon zest if used). Toss it quickly over the heat to mix the ingredients.

6. Serve immediately, plating with a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil and, if you like, an additional sprinkling of pepper or chili flakes.

Curiosity

Pasta al verde with shrimps is a perfect balance of land and sea. It is important to use fresh shrimps or, if frozen, of excellent quality to achieve the fullest flavor. Moreover, fresh aromatic herbs are essential to give that touch of green and freshness to the dish. This dish is also ideal for an elegant dinner or special occasion, as it is very presentable and full of flavor while being quick to prepare.