Pasta with shrimps and champignons in creamy mustard sauce
4 servings
20 minutes
Pasta with shrimp and mushrooms in a creamy mustard sauce is an exquisite dish of Italian cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood, creamy aroma, and spiciness of spices. The tradition of cooking pasta with seafood has roots in Mediterranean culinary practices where fresh ingredients create harmonious flavors. Shrimp adds tenderness to the dish while mushrooms deepen the flavor, enhancing its richness. The creamy mustard sauce unites all components, creating a soft yet expressive texture that perfectly complements al dente spaghetti. This dish is ideal for a romantic dinner or festive lunch as its taste and aroma promise an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Topped with parmesan, it becomes a completed work of culinary art.
1
We put water for the spaghetti, adding a couple of tablespoons of olive oil and lightly salting it. While the water boils, we prepare our sauce.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Spaghetti: 450 g
- Dried basil: to taste
2
In a deep pan, heat olive oil and add finely chopped garlic. Sauté until fragrant and lightly golden. Then add mushrooms and fry for 5-7 minutes.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Button mushrooms: 350 g
3
We put our spaghetti in the water.
- Spaghetti: 450 g
4
Add shrimp to the mushrooms, lightly fry, and pour everything with cream. Then add mustard, other spices, and flour, mixing thoroughly to avoid lumps. Black pepper can be added to taste. Check for salt. Place on low heat and wait until it slightly boils, but do not boil, as the cream may curdle.
- Peeled shrimp: 450 g
- Single cream 10% fat: 300 ml
- Mustard: 3 tablespoons
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
- Herbes de Provence: to taste
5
For this dish, it's better not to overcook the spaghetti but to boil it until al dente. Transfer the spaghetti to a colander, drain the water, and place them in a pan with sauce. Mix it, wait for 1 minute on low heat, and turn off the burner.
- Spaghetti: 450 g
6
We plate it, sprinkle with parmesan, and enjoy!
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
