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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

20 minServes 2Nutri-Score C€€
from @foodie_mette13 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • large shrimp (peeled and deveined)Fish225 g
  • pasta (dried, cooked al dente)Grains200 g
  • Cajun seasoning (1 tbsp)Spices15 g
  • olive oil (divided)Pantry30 ml
  • butterDairy15 g
  • tomato paste (1 tbsp)Pantry15 g
  • bell pepper (finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce2 pieces
  • heavy creamDairy250 ml
  • salt (to taste)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (to taste)Spices1 g
  • chili flakes (to taste)Spices1 g
  • dried basil (optional, or oregano)Spices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

785kcal

Carbs
78 g
Proteins
31 g
Fat
39 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Sauté pan
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
    • Reserve a bit of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Season the shrimp

    • Toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
    Step 2

  3. Sear the shrimp

    • Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add the shrimp and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked.
    • Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Cook the vegetables

    • In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the olive oil.
    • Add the chopped bell pepper and cook until softened.
    • Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and cook 30 seconds.
    Step 4

  5. Make the cream sauce

    • Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well.
    • Season with salt, black pepper and chili flakes.
    • Let it gently simmer until slightly thickened.
    Step 5

  6. Combine and serve

    • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
    • Finish with dried basil or oregano if desired.
    • Add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
    Step 6
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