Easy Spaghetti with Shrimp Tomato Sauce

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This easy spaghetti with shrimp tomato sauce recipe is a delicious and satisfying dish that can be prepared in no time. The combination of tender shrimp and tangy tomato sauce creates a burst of flavors that will leave you craving for more. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or even a special occasion. The al dente spaghetti perfectly complements the rich and flavorful sauce, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite.

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Easy spaghetti with shrimp tomato sauce recipe details

Easy spaghetti with shrimp tomato sauce recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:120

A simple way to add fish to your diet. The shrimp cook up almost as fast as this simple tomato sauce.
Ready in: 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (28 ounce) cans peeled tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pound dry spaghetti (one box)

Preparation method

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 25 mins

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet on medium-high heat. Toss in the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 or 4 minutes, until shrimp turns pink and curls. Set aside.
2. Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a saucepan on medium-high heat.
3. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic. Cook until the onions start to get soft (but before they get brown), about five minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mash up the whole tomatoes into smaller chunks.
5. Keep heating sauce until it starts to bubble (a.k.a. simmer), then turn the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
6. For the spaghetti, a good time to start boiling the water is just before you add the tomatoes to the sauce. Fill a large pot with water. Bring to a boil, and cook for the time directed on the pasta box.
7. When the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and put it in a large bowl. Add the sauce and toss with the shrimp. Serve!