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Flavorful Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta with Spicy Cream Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe combining crispy, spicy shrimp with creamy, spicy sauce tossed with linguine pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners, this dish delivers bold flavor with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen; wild-caught if possible)
  • 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 9-11 minutes). Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth. Adjust sriracha to desired heat level.
  3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika or cayenne. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Pour spicy cream sauce over pasta and toss gently to coat. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  5. Return shrimp to skillet and stir carefully to combine without breaking shrimp. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top.
  6. Serve immediately, optionally adding extra sriracha or a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Adjust sriracha gradually to control spice level. Dry shrimp well before cooking for best sear. Gluten-free pasta and dairy-free substitutions recommended for dietary needs.

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