This rich and flavorful pesto pasta with shrimp is a comforting dish inspired by Italian cuisine. Long pasta is coated in a creamy basil pesto sauce, then topped with juicy garlic shrimp and a perfectly cooked sunny-side egg that adds extra richness when the yolk breaks over the pasta. The combination of fragrant basil, tender shrimp, and silky egg creates a satisfying meal that is both elegant and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the pasta
400 g (14 oz) spaghetti or long pasta
3 tablespoons basil pesto
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup cooking cream (optional for a creamier texture)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
For the shrimp
300 g (10 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
For topping
2 eggs
Fresh parsley or chopped green onions
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Preparation Method
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