Description
Cajun shrimp pasta is a delightful dish that brings bold flavors and creamy goodness to your table. With perfectly cooked shrimp, al dente pasta, and a rich, spicy sauce, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends. Whether it’s a cozy night in or a festive gathering, this meal delivers warmth and satisfaction in every bite. Easy to prepare and packed with vibrant ingredients, it’s the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (deveined)
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Shrimp: Push vegetables aside; add shrimp seasoned with Cajun spice to the skillet. Cook until shrimp are pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Create the Sauce: Lower heat; stir in heavy cream gradually, then add Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Toss It All Together: Combine cooked pasta with shrimp mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Season & Serve: Adjust salt and pepper before serving hot with extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg