Description
Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Louisiana to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, succulent shrimp tossed in creamy pasta and infused with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it can be whipped up in under 30 minutes! Imagine the warm aroma of garlic mingling with spicy seasoning as you prepare this delightful meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can impress family or guests with a restaurant-quality experience right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp
- 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh minced garlic
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and shrimp seasoned with half of the Cajun seasoning. Cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in remaining Cajun seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce, tossing well to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg