Tomato Shrimp Scampi with Pasta (Domates Soslu Karidesli Makarna)

 Tomato Shrimp Scampi with Pasta (Domates Soslu Karidesli Makarna)

1 lb any kind of pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
4-5 garlic, minced
2 cups tomato, crushed
1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 scallion, finely chopped (optional)
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp parmesan, grated (optional)
½ tsp sugar
1 tsp salt to taste

Cook pasta in salty water according to the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
Saute garlic with olive oil about 2 minutes over medium heat. Add tomato and cook for 5 minutes over low medium heat. Stir in lemon juice and sugar. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Stir in shrimp and scallions. Add salt to taste. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until shrimp turn pink and cooked through. Finally stir in parsley and parmesan cheese.
Take pasta over serving plates and pour the Tomato Shrimp Scampi over. Serve warm or hot.