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Creamy chilli prawn pasta

5 from 1 vote
Craving a sumptuous pasta dish that’s both spicy and rich? Our Creamy chilli prawn pasta ticks all the right boxes. A delightful mingling of tender prawns, fiery chillies, and a velvety sauce, it’s the perfect dinner for two. Dive into this guide and get ready to wow your taste buds.
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • Prawns: 8 oz 227 grams
  • Linguine pasta: 7 oz 200 grams
  • Fresh chillies red: 2, finely chopped
  • Garlic cloves: 2 minced
  • Fresh cream: 1/2 cup 120 ml
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp 30 ml
  • Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup 25 grams grated
  • Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp chopped
  • Salt and black pepper: to taste
  • Lemon: 1 zest and juice

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of water.
  2. Once boiling, season with salt and add the linguine.
  3. Cook the pasta until al dente, roughly 8-10 minutes.
  4. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan.
  5. Add minced garlic and chopped chillies. Fry until fragrant.
  6. Introduce the prawns, cooking until they turn pink.
  7. Pour in the fresh cream and stir.
  8. Add the lemon zest and juice, blending them into the sauce.
  9. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water.
  10. Combine pasta and sauce, adding pasta water as needed to adjust the consistency.
  11. Season with salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese.
  12. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For an added crunch, you can sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs on top.
Adjust chilli quantities according to heat preference. Remember, it’s easier to add more later than to mitigate excessive heat.
Always use fresh prawns for the best taste and texture.
Serve the Creamy chilli prawn pasta hot. Complement with a light green salad to balance the richness. A chilled glass of sparkling water with a lemon wedge can be a refreshing accompaniment.