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Shrimp Asparagus Carbonara

Delicious Shrimp Asparagus Carbonara for Quick Family Dinners

Experience a quick and gourmet Shrimp Asparagus Carbonara, perfect for family dinners, in just 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
  • 12 oz Spaghetti feel free to swap it for gluten-free pasta if needed
For the Protein
  • 16 oz Shrimp large, tail-off; can be substituted with chicken
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus chopped; consider using peas or broccoli for variety
  • 1/3 cup Onion finely diced
  • 1 clove Garlic finely minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy cream replace with ½ and ½ plus cornstarch for lighter option
  • 2 Egg yolks mix gently to avoid scrambling
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated; substitute with Pecorino Romano if desired
For the Flavor
  • 8 slices Bacon use lower-fat bacon or turkey bacon for a healthier option
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large non-stick skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Directions
  1. Boil a pot of salted water and add the spaghetti. Cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain and toss with a splash of olive oil to keep it warm.
  2. In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, crisp the diced bacon for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  3. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the bacon. Sauté for approximately 2 minutes, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in the shrimp and chopped asparagus. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until the shrimp turns opaque and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, grated Parmesan, salt, and ground pepper until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add the shrimp and asparagus mixture into the cooked spaghetti. Pour the cream mixture over the pasta while it’s still hot.
  7. Toss everything together until well combined and glistening. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper, as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley or additional Parmesan cheese before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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