Linguine with Mantis Shrimp

Method

1. Cut the mantis shrimp along the carapace with scissors.
2. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a pan.
3. Sauté the halved garlic (germ removed).
4. Add the mantis shrimp and deglaze with white wine.
5. Add the halved tomatoes.
6. Add a ladle of water, cover and cook over low heat.
7. After a few minutes, crush the shrimp (especially the head) and tomatoes with a ladle.
8. Remove the garlic and season with salt.
9. Remove the shrimp (to prevent overcooking).
10. Cook the linguine in salted boiling water.
11. Drain the pasta al dente into the sauce.
12. Toss the pasta in the sauce over high heat, adding pasta water little by little.
13. Add parsley.
14. At the end, add raw extra virgin olive oil and toss.
15. Plate with the shrimp on the side.