Savory Seafood Delight: Shrimp and Feta Pasta with a Spicy Twist

Ingredients

• 5 oz of spaghetti
• 1 tbsp of olive oil
• 2 tbsp of finely diced red onion
• 6 oz of precooked frozen shrimp
• 1 tsp of Espelette pepper powder, adjust to preference
• 5 oz of crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tbsp of freshly chopped parsley
• 1 tbsp of freshly chopped mint
• 2 tsp of freshly chopped chives

Step 1

Start by bringing a generously salted pot of water to a lively boil. Drop in the spaghetti and give it an occasional stir, allowing it to reach that perfect al dente texture - usually about 11 minutes is all it takes. Once ready, drain the spaghetti thoroughly.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, in a spacious skillet over medium heat, warm up some olive oil. Sauté the onion until it's nice and soft, which should take around 2 minutes. Next, introduce the frozen shrimp and a touch of Espelette pepper, then lower the heat to a gentle medium-low. Let the shrimp thaw and cook through, which typically needs 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3

Combine the drained spaghetti with the shrimp mixture and crumble in some creamy feta cheese. Increase the heat to a lively medium-high setting. Toss everything together until the feta has beautifully melted, forming a luscious sauce that coats the spaghetti. Once done, take the skillet off the heat and fold in a fragrant mix of parsley, mint, and chives until all the flavors blend harmoniously. Serve this delightful dish by dividing it between two plates.