Spaghetti mit Garnelen Frischkäse (Printable Version)
Cremige Spaghetti mit Garnelen und würziger Frischkäsesauce, leicht und aromatisch zubereitet.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
400 g spaghetti
→ Seafood
02 -
300 g peeled and deveined shrimp
→ Dairy
03 -
200 g cream cheese (plain or with herbs)
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100 ml cream (optional for extra creaminess)
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
05 -
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 small onion, finely diced
→ Liquids
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150 ml vegetable broth
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of ½ lemon
→ Seasonings and Garnish
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh dill, parsley, or basil for garnish
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Chili flakes (optional for heat)
# Steps:
01 -
Boil spaghetti in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Reserve about 100 ml of the pasta water before draining.
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Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add chopped garlic and cook until fragrant.
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Add shrimp to the pan and sauté for 2–3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Drizzle with lemon juice, then remove shrimp and set aside.
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In the same pan, combine cream cheese, vegetable broth, and cream (if using). Stir until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
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Add drained spaghetti and shrimp back into the pan. Toss well, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
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Heat briefly until everything is warmed through. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
# Notes:
01 -
Avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain tenderness.
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For a silkier sauce, incorporate a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
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Adding a splash of white wine after sautéing the onion enhances aroma.
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For a lighter version, substitute cream with milk or use light cream cheese.