Craving a sunny, generous dish that’s ready without spending hours in the kitchen? These shrimp arrabbiata combine the delicate sweetness of seafood with the bold, spicy character of Benso Arrabbiata Sauce. A few tomatoes, a generous drizzle of Benso Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and fresh parsley are all you need to prepare a fragrant, slightly spicy and unmistakably Mediterranean sauce. Served over rice, pasta or with country-style bread, these shrimp make a simple meal packed with flavour.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 600 g large raw prawns, peeled
- 200 g Benso Arrabbiata Sauce
- 250 g chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbspBenso Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 small onion
- 1 pinch red chilli flakes (optional)
- A few sprigs of fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 300 g rice, pasta or fregola, to serve
Method
Start by patting the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels. Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Heat one tablespoon of Benso olive oil in a large frying pan. Add the shrimp and sear over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, just until lightly browned. Remove them from the pan and set aside so they remain tender.
Pour the remaining olive oil into the same pan. Sauté the onion for 3 to 4 minutes, then add the garlic. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and Benso Arrabbiata Sauce. For those who enjoy a little extra heat, add a few red chilli flakes as well.
Leave the sauce to simmer over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. It should reduce slightly and become deliciously rich. Taste before adjusting the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Return the shrimp to the pan and stir gently to coat them thoroughly in the sauce. Continue cooking for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat. Sprinkle generously with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over rice, pasta or fregola, finished with a drizzle of Benso olive oil and a few slices of rustic bread to enjoy every last spoonful of sauce.
Benso Tip
Benso Arrabbiata Sauce already brings plenty of intensity to this recipe, so adjust the amount of additional chilli to suit your taste. For a more aromatic finish, add a drizzle ofBenso organic olive oiljust before serving. Its smooth, rounded character beautifully balances the heat of the arrabbiata while highlighting the delicate flavour of the shrimp.
And for even more variety, discover our selection of Benso sauces, creams and spreads, perfect for adding a Mediterranean touch to your everyday recipes in just a few simple steps.
Enjoy!