Green Sriracha Pasta with Shrimp

Ingredients

• 6-8 garlic cloves
• 2 jalapeños or serranos
• 1 1/2 tbsp ginger
• 2 tbsp lemongrass
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut
• Green tops of 1 bunch scallions
• Most of a bunch cilantro
• 1/4 cup basil
• 1-2 tbsp white vinegar
• 2-3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 lb spaghetti
• Salt, to taste
• Lime wedges, for garnish

1. 1In a food processor, combine garlic, jalapeños, ginger, lemongrass, unsweetened coconut, scallion greens, cilantro, and basil. Pulse until finely chopped.
2. 2Add vinegar and olive oil to the food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles pesto. Adjust seasoning as needed.
3. 3Split the shrimp lengthwise.
4. 4In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil and bell pepper, and cook until slightly softened.
5. 5Slide bell pepper out of the way, add shrimp and white parts of green onions to the pan. Cook until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
6. 6Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente.
7. 7Remove spaghetti from water and place into the pan with shrimp and bell peppers, reserving pasta water.
8. 8Add a scoop of green sriracha to the spaghetti and toss to coat. Add pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency.
9. 9Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro leaves and lime wedges.