“Shrimp” Scampi Fettuccine
- Serves 5-6
I grew up in an Italian family of great cooks, so I’ve enjoyed my fair share of amazing and authentic Shrimp Scampi. I used to love seafood dishes, especially shrimp ones. Despite slight allergies to shellfish (I used to break out into mild hives after eating shrimp) I would tough it out for the sake of enjoying one of my favorite meals.
When I first thought about going vegan, I worried I’d never be able to enjoy some of my favorite Italian meals ever again - one of them being Shrimp Scampi. I was so wrong. The Be Leaf brand vegan Shrimp is an absolutely amazing alternative to real shrimp in every single way - the flavor and texture are pretty much spot on (especially when accompanied by sauce and pasta), and no more hives. Most importantly, it aligns perfectly with my lifestyle choices.
If you love Shrimp Scampi, I highly recommend giving this recipe a try. This one is a game changer for me because it allows me to enjoy an old favorite and reminds me of family.
Enjoy!
Directions
Step 1: Start boiling pasta water, meanwhile…
Step 2: In a pan, heat olive oil, then add onion and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Step 3: Cook onions until transparent.
Step 4: Add fresh parsley (save some for garnish).
Step 5: Add vegetable broth.
Step 6: Add buttery spread.
Step 7: Add a dash of salt and pepper.
Step 8: Squeeze in lemons.
Step 9: Add nutritional yeast.
Step 10: Simmer for ten minutes.
Step 11: Add whole shrimp.
Step 12: Simmer shrimp in sauce for about 10 minutes.
Step 13: Add pasta to boiling water.
Step 14: Cook pasta to al dente and strain. Reserve approximately 1 C of the pasta water before tossing water.
Step 15: Transfer pasta to the sauce, then add reserved pasta water ¼ C at a time. Incorporating some of that starchy water to the sauce, thickens the sauce. It enhances the sauce by making it smooth and creamy...totally takes it to another level, so don’t skip out on this step!
Step 16: Mix together with tongs making sure every piece of pasta is covered with delicious sauce.
Step 17: Enjoy!
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