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Shrimp Asparagus Carbonara

Creamy Shrimp Asparagus Carbonara Perfect for Quick Dinners

This quick and creamy Shrimp Asparagus Carbonara combines shrimp and asparagus into a delightful dinner in under 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Cook al dente for best texture.
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Tail-off and deveined.
  • 4 oz Bacon Opt for low-fat or turkey bacon for a lighter version.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus Chopped.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with half-and-half.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Mix with hot pasta to avoid scrambling.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated recommended.
For Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Use sparingly due to inherent saltiness in bacon and cheese.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • non-stick skillet
  • small bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and return to pot with a drizzle of olive oil. Keep warm.
  2. Sauté diced bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving drippings in the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add finely diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté over medium heat for 2 minutes until onions soften and garlic is fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp and chopped asparagus to the skillet. Cook stirring often for an additional 4-5 minutes until shrimp are pink and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg yolks, parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  6. Combine the warm, drained spaghetti with the shrimp and asparagus mixture in the skillet, tossing gently.
  7. Pour in the cream and egg mixture while the pasta is still hot, stirring vigorously for about 1-2 minutes over low heat to create a creamy sauce.
  8. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, preferably with extra parmesan cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and watch the cooking times to avoid overcooking shrimp.

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