Cajun Shrimp Pasta
This creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta combines succulent shrimp with a spicy Cajun kick, perfect for a quick and easy family dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne) Choose your preferred type of pasta.
Shrimp Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Substitute with chicken or tofu if needed.
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Create your own mix if necessary.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Watch closely; it can burn quickly.
- 1 cup heavy cream Light cream or half-and-half can be used.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is preferable.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to your preference.
- to garnish Chopped parsley For presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside. Reserve a little pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. It's best served hot, and can be paired beautifully with crisp white wine or iced tea. Customize by adding extra veggies or using chickpeas for a vegan version.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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