Description

This Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavolo with Linguine is a bold, flavorful Italian dish featuring succulent shrimp in a fiery, garlicky tomato sauce. Paired with perfectly cooked linguine, this dish offers a deliciously spicy kick that will impress your guests or satisfy your craving for something indulgent yet easy to make!

Ingredients

1 lb linguine pasta
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional for extra heat)
1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)

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Instructions

Cook the linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Prepare the shrimp: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add the red pepper flakes and crushed red pepper (if using) and stir for an additional 10-15 seconds.
Add the crushed tomatoes, white wine, and tomato paste. Stir to combine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Combine pasta and shrimp: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the cooked linguine. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and shrimp in the sauce, adding a little pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency of the sauce.

Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the amount of red pepper flakes.
You can substitute the white wine with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.

Add more crushed tomatoes if you prefer a saucier dish.