Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Spicy, creamy and truly mouthwatering, this Cajun shrimp pasta is incredibly easy to make and ideal if you love shrimp and classic Cajun flavors.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- ½ Pound fettuccine or linguine, cooked and drained
- 1 Pound shrimp large, peeled and deveined, keep tails on if liked
- 3 Teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- ½ Teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ Teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 4 Roma tomatoes large dice
- 5 Cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons shallot chopped
- ¾ Cup heavy cream
- green onion sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with 2 teaspoons of the Cajun spice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large 10-inch skillet over medium heat, add the oil. Then add the shrimp and cook for 3 or 4 minutes until pink and firm. Remove the shrimp to a separate plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add the red and green peppers, garlic, and shallots in the same skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until the peppers start to soften.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and stir with a spoon or spatula.
- Reduce the temperature to low, add the heavy cream, and add the remaining tsp of Cajun seasoning. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the cream thickens.
- Add the cooked shrimp and pasta to the skillet and toss to coat completely.
- Garnish with green onions and serve.
Notes
Prepare the shrimp: Peel and deveined shrimp work best in this dish. I like to leave the tails on (for presentation) but you can do that or remove them as you prefer.
Adjust the spice factor: If you're making this for kids or you prefer a milder dish, you can reduce the amount of Cajun seasoning. Offer red pepper flakes at the table for anyone who wants to spice theirs up.
Don't overcook the shrimp: Keep in mind that you should stop cooking when the shrimp form a C-shape (C for cooked!) If they reach an O-shape, remember O stands for overcooked!
Adjust the spice factor: If you're making this for kids or you prefer a milder dish, you can reduce the amount of Cajun seasoning. Offer red pepper flakes at the table for anyone who wants to spice theirs up.
Don't overcook the shrimp: Keep in mind that you should stop cooking when the shrimp form a C-shape (C for cooked!) If they reach an O-shape, remember O stands for overcooked!
Nutrition
Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 322mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2989IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg
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