Description
This Mouthwatering Creamy Chilli Garlic Prawn Pasta combines perfectly cooked spaghetti with succulent prawns in a rich, creamy garlic and chili sauce. This quick and easy recipe is full of flavor with a hint of heat from chili flakes, complemented by parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, making it an ideal gourmet meal for any pasta lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 400 grams spaghetti or fettuccine
Protein
- 300 grams fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
Sauce & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish & Serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Prawns: Increase heat to medium-high and add the prawns to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, turning until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Season: Sprinkle in the red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine well with the prawns and garlic.
- Make Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is fully coated with the creamy chili garlic sauce and prawns.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and thoroughly incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a burst of color and fresh flavor.
- Serve: Plate the pasta immediately and serve with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish as desired.
- Enjoy: Dig in and savor every delightful bite of this creamy, spicy, and garlicky prawn pasta sensation.
Notes
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Ensure prawns are fresh for the best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
