Description
Vampire Pasta, or Squid Ink Pasta with Garlic and Shrimp, is a visually striking dish that combines glossy black pasta infused with squid ink and tender shrimp sautéed in aromatic garlic and olive oil. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner, this recipe promises an unforgettable dining experience that tantalizes both the eyes and taste buds. Indulge in a meal that’s not only delicious but also impressively dramatic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz squid ink pasta
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook squid ink pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in white wine and simmer for about 2 minutes to deglaze.
- Combine cooked squid ink pasta with the shrimp mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg