Fried Shrimp & Tomato Pasta

editedjoyshrimppasta.jpgRecipe by Joy Monnerjahn

 INGREDIENTS:

  • 2lbs. of our Medium 31/40 Peeled & Deveined Tail-Off
  • 1/2 lb. pasta of choice
  • 1 cup of flour
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. of butter
  • 2 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp. green onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp. garlic, diced
  • 1/3 cup Vermouth or dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup pasta water, leftover
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, whole
  • Parsley, chopped

COOKING DIRECTIONS:

  1. Cook pasta as directed on package
  2. Batter thawed shrimp with flour & cajun seasoning and fry shrimp while pasta cooks
  3. Heat oil (cover pan about 1-2 inches)
  4. Place battered shrimp into oil; Fry until golden and set aside
  5. Melt butter in large sauce pan
  6. Add sliced tomatoes and simmer
  7. Mix-in green onion, garlic, & cajun seasoning
  8. Add vermouth and pasta water
  9. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top
  10. Add pasta to pan & mix well
  11. Plate & top with shrimp
  12. Enjoy!

If you’re looking for more inspiration, try some of our other Shrimp Recipes. Whatever is on your menu, Biloxi Shrimp Co. can ship the delicious, wild-caught shrimp you need right away. Browse from our selections of wild-caught Gulf Coast shrimp, place your order and get ready to enjoy delicious fresh shrimp with family and friends today!