Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe
This Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp, creamy sauce, and bold Cajun spices for an unforgettable dinner experience.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Large Pot
- Strainer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g shrimp peeled and deveined
- 300 g fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss with Cajun seasoning, salt, and olive oil. Let sit for a few minutes while preheating your skillet over medium-high heat.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and toss with a little olive oil.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced red bell pepper until softened. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in grated parmesan and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired sauce consistency. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh shrimp and adjust the spice level according to your taste. Enjoy this bold and flavorful Cajun Shrimp Pasta with a side salad or garlic bread.