Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a zesty and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a creamy, spicy sauce and perfectly cooked pasta. This dish brings a taste of the Southern United States to your dinner table, all while being Halal-friendly.

Ingredients

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 250 grams
• Fettuccine pasta - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Cajun seasoning - 2 teaspoons
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 100 grams
• Green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they soften.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice as desired.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, promoting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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