Cajun Shrimp Creamy Pasta (Printer-Friendly Version)
Shrimp, Cajun spices, and creamy pasta combine for a flavorful, comforting meal ready in about 30 minutes.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
340 g uncooked fettuccine noodles
→ Seafood and Protein
02 -
450 g jumbo gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Seasonings
03 -
2.5 tablespoons creole seasoning blend
→ Sauce Base
04 -
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 -
2 shallots, thinly sliced
06 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
07 -
120 ml chicken broth
08 -
300 ml heavy cream
09 -
50 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Finishing Touches
10 -
Chopped fresh parsley
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine noodles and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
02 -
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Evenly coat shrimp with 1.5 tablespoons of creole seasoning, turning halfway to ensure thorough coverage.
03 -
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add seasoned shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes, flipping halfway, until pink and opaque. In the last 30 seconds, add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
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Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping browned bits from the bottom. Cook until reduced by half.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and simmer, stirring often, until thickened and reduced by nearly half.
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Gradually whisk in Parmesan until melted and sauce is smooth. Adjust seasoning with additional creole spice if desired.
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Return cooked shrimp, shallots, and drained fettuccine to the skillet. Toss gently to coat evenly with the creamy sauce.
08 -
Plate hot pasta and shrimp. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Avoid overcooking shrimp by removing them from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
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If needed, reserve a cup of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
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Taste and adjust seasoning before combining pasta and shrimp for balanced flavor.