1. Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes. Just thaw them in the fridge overnight or under cold running water before cooking.

2. What can I substitute for brandy in the sauce?

White wine or chicken broth both work well if you don’t want to use brandy.

3. Can I make this without cream?

Absolutely. The sauce will be more tomato-forward, or you can use a dairy-free alternative like cashew cream.

4. How do I prevent shrimp from overcooking?

Cook them for only 1–2 minutes per side, then remove from the pan until the sauce is ready. Add them back at the end to reheat gently.

5. What’s the best pasta shape for shrimp tomato sauce?

Spaghetti is classic, but linguine, fettuccine, or even penne all work beautifully.

6. Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the tomato sauce a day in advance, but cook the shrimp and pasta just before serving for best results.

7. What should I serve with shrimp spaghetti tomato sauce?

Garlic bread, a green salad, or roasted vegetables make excellent accompaniments.

Shrimp Spaghetti Tomato Sauce – Easy Italian Recipe

Name: Shrimp Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce (Easy Italian Recipe)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/2 cup brandy (or white wine); 4 cups canned tomatoes or tomato purée; 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional); 1 lb spaghetti; Small bunch parsley, finely chopped; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Dash of red pepper flakes

Shrimp Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce (Easy Italian Recipe)

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Quick, flavorful shrimp spaghetti tomato sauce — tender shrimp in a garlicky tomato base with a touch of cream. Weeknight-easy, restaurant-worthy.

Author: Emily Parker
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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12 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined

3 tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1/2 cup brandy (or white wine)

4 cups canned tomatoes or tomato purée

1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

1 lb spaghetti

Small bunch parsley, finely chopped

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Dash of red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil; sauté shrimp 1–2 minutes per side. Remove.

2. In the same pan, sauté garlic 30 seconds; add brandy and reduce by half.

3. Stir in tomatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper; simmer 5–6 minutes.

4. Stir in the cream.

5. Cook spaghetti al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.

6. Return shrimp to sauce and toss with spaghetti, loosening with pasta water as needed.

7. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Use high-quality canned tomatoes for best flavor.

Avoid overcooking shrimp; add them back only at the end.

Make the sauce ahead; cook shrimp and pasta just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 527
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 1183mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 196mg

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