Begin cooking the shrimp and sauce while the pot of water is coming to a boil so everything is ready at the same time. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can easily become tough.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 6
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil; add a generous amount of salt. Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain pasta; return to pot.
Step 2
Meanwhile, season shrimp with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over high heat. Add half the shrimp; cook until lightly browned on both sides and opaque throughout, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate; repeat with remaining oil and shrimp (reduce heat if the shrimp brown too quickly).
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium; add garlic, capers, red-pepper flakes, and tomatoes with their juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are softened and sauce thickens, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Add sauce and shrimp to pasta; toss to combine and reheat over medium-low if necessary before serving.
