Strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce

- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 474
- Carbohydrates g 66.3
- of which sugars g 5.9
- Protein g 26.3
- Fats g 8.8
- of which saturated fat g 1.28
- Fiber g 3.6
- Cholesterol mg 84
- Sodium mg 765
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
PRESENTATION
Golden color and fun, twisty shape make strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce a family favorite anytime you want a meal that feels special, but still totally doable on a busy night. Nice, thick pasta hugs the savory, rich sauce, while tender bites of mantis shrimp keep things interesting for seafood fans—pretty much the best of both worlds. Weekend gatherings or weekday dinners at home get a boost from the pretty presentation (that nice pop of color from the shrimp always gets everyone at the table excited). Kids notice the interesting look; grownups appreciate that restaurant-style taste at home… and everyone agrees, good flavors hit every time. The soft pasta texture, mixed with bold sauce, means each bite is flavorful and deeply satisfying. Families searching for dinner ideas on a budget still get nourished by the coastal flavors, so this recipe truly brings a touch of Italian tradition straight into American kitchens with every serving. Strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce delivers an easy win when you’re brainstorming family meal ideas, with the tasty blend of seafood and pasta stealing the attention at the table—always a DELICIOUS option a few times a month.
Busy families love the versatility that comes with strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce. Whether you’re putting together a quick meal after work or setting up for a special celebration, this dish adjusts beautifully. Want a little extra kick? Stir in red pepper flakes or a splash of lemon juice, and you’ve got new flavors to explore (kids tend to like it just as it is, but grownups sometimes get creative). Because the strozzapreti holds so much sauce, every bite stays moist and good, never dry. A simple green salad and crusty loaf on the side, and dinner looks pretty fancy… even if it all comes together after practice or a late workday. Relying on classic family dinner ideas like this keeps meal planning EASY yet special. Versatile for weeknights but impressive enough for company, this seafood pasta brightens up regular routines—always a comfort for home cooks who want great results. For families craving something different, strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce definitely makes dinnertime feel a little more exciting, every time it shows up on the table.
- INGREDIENTS
- Strozzapreti pasta 12.3 oz (350 g)
- Squills (Mantis shrimps) 12
- Shallot 1
- White wine 1 glass
- Fresh chili pepper to taste
- Tomato purée 1.3 cups (300 g)
- Basil to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil ½ glass
- Fine salt to taste
How to prepare Strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce

To prepare the strozzapreti with mantis shrimp sauce, start by thoroughly rinsing the mantis shrimp, then keep the 4 largest and extract the meat from the others. To facilitate the operation, it is advisable to immerse the mantis shrimp for a few seconds in boiling water; this way, it will be easier to extract the meat 1. Then chop the shallot 2 and sauté it in a pan with the oil over low heat along with a few pieces of chili pepper.
Next, add all the mantis shrimp: the chopped meat and the whole ones to the sautéed shallot and deglaze with the white wine 3,

then, when it has evaporated, add the tomato puree 4.
Gently stir and let the sauce thicken, being careful not to break the whole mantis shrimp. Finally, salt and add a few basil leaves 5. Cook the strozzapreti in plenty of salted water 6, drain them, and toss them in the mantis shrimp sauce for a few moments.
Serve by garnishing each plate with a whole mantis shrimp and a few basil leaves.