Description
Indulge in a flavorful Cajun Shrimp and Crab Pasta recipe that will transport your taste buds to Louisiana! Learn how to create this delicious dish today.
Ingredients
- 450 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 225 grams lump crab meat
- 340 grams fettuccine pasta
- 30 milliliters olive oil
- 15 grams unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 4 grams Cajun seasoning
- 2 grams paprika
- 1 gram cayenne pepper
- 240 milliliters heavy cream
- 120 milliliters chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 25 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 grams chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and diced green bell pepper. Cook until soft.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- Add lump crab meat to the skillet and gently fold to combine.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken slightly, about 4-5 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Devein the shrimp thoroughly for a clean and delicious final dish.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for optimal flavor and texture.
