Spicy Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine
Succulent shrimp tossed in a velvety, bold sauce crafted from heavy cream, garlic, parmesan, and a signature blend of cajun spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 oz fettuccine pasta
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tbsp cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1.Boil salted water and cook fettuccine al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2.Season shrimp with cajun seasoning and paprika.
3.Sauté shrimp in butter until opaque; remove and set aside.
4.Sauté garlic in the same skillet.
5.Pour in cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
6.Stir in parmesan cheese until smooth.
7.Add pasta and shrimp to the sauce.
8.Toss until coated, using reserved water if needed.
9.Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce. Adjust red pepper flakes for preferred heat level. Serve with crusty bread.