Gluten-Free Creamy Cajun Prawn (Shrimp) Pasta Recipe
A delicious and creamy Cajun pasta dish made with gluten-free ingredients and succulent prawns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 8 oz gluten-free pasta
- 1 lb prawns (shrimp), peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced bell pepper, cooking until softened.
- Add the prawns (shrimp) to the skillet and cook until they turn pink.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning, mixing well. Allow to simmer for a few minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to your taste.
- For a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute prawns with chicken or vegetables for a different variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg