Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that combines the bold and spicy flavors of Cajun cuisine with succulent shrimp and creamy pasta. Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Louisiana, this recipe offers a tantalizing combination of zesty spices, tender shrimp, and a luscious cream sauce.
First thing when we’re talking about pasta, what comes to my mind is super easy quick for dinner on a busy weeknight. And with simple preparation and cooking process, Cajun Shrimp Pasta is an ideal choice for easy weeknight meals. In just a few steps, you can have a satisfying fancy dinner ready on the table in no time.
Basic Ingredients
Seasonings
1. Fettucine 2. Shrimp 3. Butter 4. Cajun Seasoning
1. Lemon juice 2. Garlic 3. Onion 4. Tomatoes 5. Cooking cream 6. Parmesan cheese 7. Salt and black pepper 8. Parsley
1. Marinate the shrimp with lemon juice, 1 tbsp of cajun seasoning, pinch of salt and pepper. 2. Melt the butter, then cook the shrimp until cooked and reddish in color. Set aside. 3. Cook the fettuccine pasta in a pot until al dente. Then drain.
4. Melt the butter and chopped garlic and onion, saute until fragrant. Add diced tomatoes and saute again. 5. Pour in the cream, 2 tbsp of Cajun seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Then cook until the sauce thickens.
6. Add the shrimp and pasta, seasoning with pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until well mixed. Then garnish with parsley.
– Cook shrimp in a mixture of butter and oil combination to prevent the butter from burning.
– Be careful with cooking shrimp, do not overcook the shrimp. They only require a few minutes of cooking and if you overcook them they will get chewy. Cook until they are opaque pink in color.
– Feel free to give additional vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms for added variety and flavor.
– For the best taste and texture, serve the Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta promptly.