Capellini with Shrimp and Creamy Tomato Sauce
Capellini with Shrimp and Creamy Tomato Sauce is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook shrimp and garlic with oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, turning once, until golden, about 2 minutes total.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook shrimp and garlic with oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, turning once, until golden, about 2 minutes total.
Stir in vermouth and tomatoes, scraping up any brown bits from bottom of skillet.
Add cream and briskly simmer until sauce has thickened slightly, about 1 minute.
Stir in lemon juice.
Meanwhile, cook capellini in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until al dente.
Reserve 1 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain pasta.
Serve immediately, topped with shrimp and sauce.
Thin with some of reserved water if necessary.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.