Cajun Shrimp Creamy Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)
Creamy cajun shrimp pasta with spicy goodness and Parmesan for a comforting meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 -
fettuccine 340 g
→ Seafood
02 -
shrimp 450 g, peeled and deveined
→ Seasonings
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Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons
→ Oils
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olive oil 2 tablespoons
→ Sauce
05 -
heavy cream 240 ml
06 -
grated Parmesan cheese 60 g
→ Garnish
07 -
chopped green onions 25 g
# How to Make It:
01 -
Spoon onto plates and top off with a sprinkle of chopped green onions before digging in.
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In a bowl, mix the shrimp with Cajun seasoning to coat them well.
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In a big pot, heat salted water and cook fettuccine until it's al dente. Save 60 ml of the pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until they’re cooked through and slightly browned. Take shrimp out and set aside.
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Add the cooked shrimp and fettuccine back to the skillet. Toss everything gently until it’s all coated in sauce.
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Lower the heat to medium in the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and add grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the sauce thickens. Gradually add the reserved pasta water to get the texture you like.
# Extra Information:
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You can make the cream sauce thicker by slowly adding the saved pasta water to get it just right.