Description
Pasta spaghetti with grilled shrimp béchamel sauce is a luxurious dish that beautifully combines creamy béchamel with succulent grilled shrimp. Each bite offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With its rich and smoky notes, this dish captures the essence of summer dining, transforming any meal into an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- In a grill pan over medium-high heat, toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and charred.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour until smooth (roux). Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps; cook until thickened (5-7 minutes). Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with béchamel sauce and reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess. Gently fold in grilled shrimp and oregano.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 160mg