Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe – Italian Special
Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, luxurious, and flavor-packed dish that pairs juicy shrimp with a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce enhanced by sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. The silky Italian-inspired sauce coats every strand of pasta, bringing restaurant-quality depth using simple ingredients. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or elegant meals, this Tuscan-style pasta delivers comfort, richness, and irresistible flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time12 min
- Cook Time18 min
- Total Time30 min
For the Pasta:
- 250g pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- Salt for boiling water
For the Tuscan Shrimp:
- 350–400g shrimp, cleaned and deveined
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup pasta water (as needed)
Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta Instructions:
Cook pasta according to packet instructions; reserve pasta water and drain.
Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil and butter in a pan, then sauté shrimp until pink; remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir for a minute.
Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently.
Add Parmesan and stir until the sauce becomes creamy.
Add spinach and let it wilt.
Return shrimp to the pan and mix gently.
Toss cooked pasta into the sauce; add pasta water to adjust consistency.
Serve hot with extra Parmesan and chili flakes if desired.
Recipe Notes :
For an extra silky sauce, add a splash of cream or pasta water to adjust consistency.
Cook the shrimp just until pink to keep them tender and avoid toughness.
Use gluten-free or whole wheat pasta for a healthier or allergy-friendly option.
Add more chili flakes or a pinch of black pepper for extra heat.
Stir in extra Parmesan at the end for a richer, cheesier finish.
