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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pata is a feast for the palate!
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Course: Pasta, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 494kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • salt
  • 1 lb linguine
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Cook the linguine according to package directions, and save one cup of the cooking water. Drain and return the pasta to the pot. Add a drizzle of olive oil to prevent it from sticking.
  • Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning
  • In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil, and cook shrimp just until pink, about 2 minutes. Remove from the pan and transfer to a plate.
  • Using the same saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Cook it until slightly golden.
  • Whisk in the white wine and the heavy cream. Keep whisking to prevent lumps from forming, and cook for about a minute.
  • Whisk in the reserved pasta water and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper
  • At this time, mix in the linguine
  • Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and add the chopped parsley. Mix everything together and check the seasoning for salt.

Nutrition

Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 16g
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