For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of butter to the sauce along with the pasta water. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens up the dish. If you don't have bucatini, spaghetti or linguine can be substituted. Fresh oregano and basil can be used in place of dried; use about 1 tablespoon of each, chopped.
Bucatini Pasta with Shrimp and Anchovies
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS100
A delightful pasta dish that marries the briny depths of the sea with the garden's fresh bounty. Bucatini, a thick spaghetti-like pasta with a hole running through the center, is the perfect vessel for this vibrant sauce.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate92 g
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Cholesterol182 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein38 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium633 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
10 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the bucatini and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
02
Step
2 mins
While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the anchovies, reserved anchovy oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring and breaking up the anchovies, until the garlic is fragrant (about 2 minutes). Be careful not to burn the garlic.
03
Step
3 mins
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook until it begins to soften (about 3 minutes).
04
Step
5 mins
Stir in the grape tomatoes and continue cooking until the zucchini is tender and the tomato skins start to blister and pop (about 5 minutes). Season with dried oregano and basil.
05
Step
5 mins
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and are cooked through (about 3-5 minutes). Do not overcook the shrimp.
06
Step
3 mins
Add the drained bucatini to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a smooth, emulsified sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
07
Step
0 mins
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Watson Sipes
Jun 30, 2025My family loved this recipe! It's a great way to get them to eat more vegetables.
Kasandra Rippin
Dec 24, 2024Absolutely delicious! The balance of flavors is perfect, and it's so easy to make.
Roy Kunze
Nov 27, 2024I was hesitant about the anchovies, but they add such a wonderful depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!
Crystal Sipes
May 26, 2024The pasta water tip is a game-changer! It really brings the sauce together.