Description
A flavorful Cajun shrimp pasta dish that combines spicy shrimp with creamy sauce.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Add garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- Use any type of pasta you prefer.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe