Shrimp Pasta in Creamy Tom Yum Sauce

Take your pasta night in a bold new direction with this shrimp pasta in creamy Tom Yum sauce. Juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms and sweet cherry tomatoes are tossed in a fragrant, creamy Thai-inspired sauce that is equal parts comforting and exciting — a fresh twist for fans of our creamy garlic shrimp pasta.

Ingredients

• 250 g (9 oz) pasta of your choice
• 300 g (10.5 oz) mushrooms
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 300 g (10.5 oz) peeled shrimp
• 1 tbsp Tom Yum paste
• 2 ladles of pasta cooking water
• 300 ml (1 1/4 cups) cream (20%)
• 150 g (5 oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 50 g (1.75 oz) cheese, grated

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in salted water according to package directions; reserve the cooking water before draining.
2. In a skillet with a little oil, saute the garlic and mushrooms until the liquid evaporates.
3. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Stir in the Tom Yum paste, pour in the reserved pasta water, and mix well.
5. Add the cream, bring to a gentle boil, then remove from the heat.
6. Toss in the pasta and cherry tomatoes, and serve topped with grated cheese.

Tips

• Reserve the pasta water — its starch helps the creamy sauce cling to every strand.
• Don’t overcook the shrimp; 1–2 minutes is enough before they turn rubbery.
• Add the cream over gentle heat and bring it just to a soft boil to keep the sauce silky. If you love creamy pasta bakes, don’t miss our creamy one-pan chicken and mushroom pasta.

Nutrition: per 100 g: 124 kcal, protein 8.3 g, fat 6 g, carbs 10 g. For more Thai-inspired cooking ideas, explore Serious Eats, and find weeknight dinner inspiration at Allrecipes.