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This pasta dish brings together the fresh taste of the sea and bold Mediterranean flavors. The rich sauce gets its creamy texture and stunning color from roasted and blended red peppers combined with fresh cream. Crispy sausage pieces add a spicy crunch, while tender shrimp introduce a gentle seafood balance. Garlic, thyme, and paprika season the sauce to perfection. Ideal as a complete meal, it's ready in under an hour and sure to impress. Roasting the peppers is key for enhancing flavor, and assembling the dish allows each ingredient to shine.
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Updated on Thu, 06 Mar 2025 01:01:43 GMT
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This Mediterranean-inspired creamy bell pepper pasta combines sweet roasted peppers with spicy chorizo and tender shrimp. Simple ingredients transform into an elegant dish that captures the essence of southern European cooking.

This pasta dish has become a staple in my kitchen. The creamy pepper sauce perfectly coats each strand of spaghetti, while crispy chorizo adds texture and plump shrimp bring a delicate sweetness to each bite.

Key Ingredients Guide

  • Bell peppers: Choose meaty, deep red peppers for best flavor and color
  • Chorizo: Semi-cured chorizo releases flavorful oils during cooking
  • Shrimp: Medium raw shrimp cook quickly while staying tender
  • Heavy cream: Full-fat cream creates the smoothest sauce

Step-by-Step Process

1. Prepare the Peppers:
- Wash and dice peppers evenly
- Sauté in olive oil until soft
- Blend with stock until smooth

Moving on to the next steps:

2. Make the Sauce:
- Crisp diced chorizo until golden
- Remove chorizo, sauté minced garlic
- Add pepper puree and simmer
- Stir in cream and reduce
3. Final Assembly:
- Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente
- Add shrimp to sauce 2 minutes before pasta is done
- Reserve pasta water before draining
- Combine pasta with sauce, top with chorizo

Proper shrimp cooking technique is crucial - overcooking even by a minute can make them tough rather than tender and sweet.

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Balancing Flavors

Success depends on harmony between ingredients. The chorizo should complement rather than overpower the shrimp, while the sauce should coat each strand without drowning the pasta.

Timing Matters

Start with the pepper sauce, then bring pasta water to boil. This ensures all components finish cooking at the right moment for optimal serving.

Simple ingredients combined thoughtfully create an impressive dish that brings people together around the table. This recipe proves that good cooking doesn't require complicated techniques - just quality ingredients and proper timing.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make the sauce beforehand?
Absolutely! You can prep the pepper sauce up to 2 days ahead and store it in the fridge.
→ What's the best way to roast peppers?
Put them under a hot oven grill or on a heated tray until their skin blackens equally. Don't skip sealing them in a plastic bag—it makes peeling easier.
→ Is it okay to use frozen shrimp?
Yes, just thaw them in the fridge overnight and drain well before cooking.
→ What can I substitute for the sausage?
You could swap in smoked bacon pieces or ham cubes for a milder option.
→ How do I reheat leftovers?
Warm them gently in a pan, stirring in some cream or water to soften the sauce.

Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sausage

Pasta coated in a pepper cream sauce, loaded with crispy sausage and juicy shrimp.

Prep Time
40 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
70 Minutes
By: Alicia

Category: Pasta

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Pasta

01 400g of spaghetti

→ Sauce & Toppings

02 3 ripe red bell peppers
03 200ml of heavy cream
04 300g of peeled and deveined fresh shrimp
05 150g of chorizo sausage
06 2 fresh garlic cloves

→ Seasonings

07 Salt and pepper
08 Basil, fresh
09 1 teaspoon of thyme (dried)
10 1 teaspoon of paprika
11 Shredded Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

Step 01

Roast the red peppers until their skins darken. Put them in a plastic bag to steam. Peel off the skin, then remove the seeds and ribs. Blend them together with the heavy cream.

Step 02

Boil the spaghetti in salted water until it's al dente. Drain them and set aside.

Step 03

Sauté the chorizo slices until crispy, then set them aside. In the same pan, cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes and put them aside too.

Step 04

Sauté minced garlic in some olive oil. Stir in the blended pepper cream and let it simmer for five minutes. Sprinkle in the paprika, thyme, and some salt and pepper for flavor.

Step 05

Toss the spaghetti gently with the sauce. Add the shrimp and crispy chorizo on top. Serve it warm, topped with fresh basil and optional Parmesan.

Notes

  1. If you want more spice, pick chorizo with a stronger kick that matches your taste.
  2. To make the sauce creamier, try adding a splash of the leftover pasta water.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large pot
  • Frying pan
  • Blender
  • Colander

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Shellfish (shrimp)
  • Dairy products
  • Gluten (pasta)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 650
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 75 g
  • Protein: 32 g