How to Make Shrimp Carbonara - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish that combines savory shrimp with a creamy, egg-based sauce, and a hint of smoky bacon. This delectable recipe is a twist on the traditional Carbonara, which typically features pancetta or guanciale. The addition of succulent shrimp to the dish adds a delightful seafood flavor and makes this dish a standout choice for seafood lovers.

The creamy sauce in this recipe is made with eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of heavy cream, creating ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 20 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • ¼ cup half-and-half
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and immediately return spaghetti to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, place shrimp in a large pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir shrimp until mostly opaque, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp to pasta; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same pan. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add milk and half-and-half; cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of the milk mixture into a bowl; add eggs and stir until warmed through. Pour egg mixture over shrimp and pasta and stir in remaining milk mixture.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  • Nutrition

    471 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 171mg
    • Sodium: 338mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 254mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 357mg