Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo delivers plump, seared shrimp in a bright, pepper-kissed tomato sauce rounded by white wine and herbs. The heat is lively yet balanced, letting the sweetness of the shrimp and San Marzano tomatoes shine. Serve it for a weeknight dinner over pasta or with crusty bread when you want something bold and uplifting.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 30
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix the shrimp, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and Aleppo pepper flakes in a bowl, tossing to fully coat the shrimp with the oil and spices.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook until the bottoms are browned, about 2 minutes. Flip the shrimp and cook until the other side is browned, about 1 minute more, then transfer them to a clean bowl.
- 3
Return the same skillet to medium heat. Cook and stir the onion with a pinch of salt until slightly golden and translucent, 2 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and oregano; cook and stir until fragrant, 15 to 30 seconds. Pour in the white wine and bring to a boil, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
- 4
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring, until the tomato mixture thickens and the flavors meld, 10 to 15 minutes.
- 5
Return the shrimp to the skillet along with any juices from the bowl. Cook until the shrimp are heated through, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in the parsley and basil, then season with salt, red pepper flakes, and Aleppo pepper flakes.
- Calories 233.7 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 22.07 g Good Source 44%
- Carbohydrate 10.91 g 4%
- Total Fat 7.87 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.1 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 146.88 mg High 49%
- Sodium 611.23 mg High 27%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 4.74 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 135.95 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 1.45 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 492.2 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 39.17 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 11.23 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.12 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Aleppo Pepper, Crushed Tomatoes, Dried Oregano, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 233.7 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo made of?
- The main ingredients are Aleppo Pepper, Crushed Tomatoes, Dried Oregano, Fresh Basil, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 233.7 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo healthy?
- Chef John's Fiery Shrimp Fra Diavolo has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 233.7 calories and 22.07 g of protein, or 44% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 611.23 mg (27% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.1 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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