Fusilli with Shrimp and Arugula

(from austincook’s recipe box)

Serves 4 people

Categories: Pasta, Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and de-veined
  • 12 ounces fusilli pasta
  • 3 cups (packed) fresh arugula, torn in 1/2

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add the shallots and garlic and and saute until translucent, about 2 minutes.

  3. Add the red pepper flakes and white wine and bring to a simmer.

  4. Simmer until the wine reduces by half, about 5 minutes.

  5. Add the shrimp and cook just until they are pink, about 2 minutes.

  6. Meanwhile, cook the fusilli in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.

  7. Drain the fusilli.

  8. Add the fusilli and arugula to the skillet. Toss to combine.

  9. Season the pasta, to taste, with salt and pepper.

  10. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl and serve.

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