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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
35 minServes 3Nutri-Score C€€
C
35 min
35 minCreamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
what you need
Ingredients
large shrimp (peeled and deveined)Fish225 g
Cajun seasoningSpices15 g
paprika powderSpices7 g- Italian herbsSpices3 g
saltSpices5 g
avocado oilPantry5 ml- neutral oilPantry30 ml
onion (diced)Produce0.5 pieces
red bell pepper (diced)Produce1 piece- green bell pepper (diced)Produce1 piece
butterDairy7 g
half-and-halfDairy480 ml
tomato pastePantry15 g- Italian herbsSpices3 g
- Cajun seasoningSpices3 g
garlic powderSpices9 g- paprika powderSpices7 g
black pepperSpices1 g
fettuccine pastaGrains225 g
per serving
Nutrition
638kcal
- Carbs
- 63 g
- Proteins
- 25 g
- Fat
- 32 g
what you’ll use
Tools
Frying pan
Stockpot
Colander
Mixing bowl
step by step
Method
- Step 1
Season the shrimp
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning, paprika, Italian herbs, salt and oil until evenly coated.
- Step 2
Cook the pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
- Step 3
Sear the shrimp
- Heat a little oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Sear the shrimp until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 4
Sauté the vegetables
- Add the neutral oil to the same pan and sauté the onion and bell peppers until softened.
- Step 5
Build the creamy sauce
- Stir in the butter, tomato paste, Italian herbs, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder and paprika.
- Pour in the half-and-half and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Step 6
Combine and serve
- Return the shrimp to the pan with the drained fettuccine and toss until well coated in the sauce.
- Serve hot.
most cooked first