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Creamy Cajun shrimp pasta dish garnished with herbs and served in a bowl

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

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A rich and creamy pasta dish seasoned with Cajun spices, shrimp, and andouille sausage, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Proteins
  • 2 servings pappardelle or pasta of choice
  • 6 pieces shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 pieces andouille sausages, sliced
Sauce and Seasoning
  • 1.5 tbsp butter
  • 1.5 tbsp neutral oil
  • 0.5 tsp Cajun seasoning for shrimp
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning for sauce
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder optional
  • 3 tsp sugar
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
Vegetables and Dairy
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1.25 cups heavy cream
  • 0.33 cups grated parmesan cheese
  • Additional butter and grated parmesan cheese for topping
  • Parsley for garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by boiling the pasta according to package instructions, reserving some pasta water for later.
  2. Pat dry the shrimp and season with half a teaspoon of Cajun seasoning.
Cooking
  1. In a large frying pan, pan-fry the sliced andouille sausages until cooked, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, heat 0.5 tbsp butter and 0.5 tbsp oil over medium heat. Cook the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side, then remove them from the pan.
  3. Melt 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil in the same pan. Sauté the diced onions and garlic until the onions become translucent.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Add 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper, paprika, chili powder if you like a bit of heat, sugar, oregano, and the grated parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined and let it reach a boil, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add in 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water along with the cooked pasta. Stir everything together until the pasta is well coated in the sauce. Then, add in the lemon juice and stir for an additional minute.
  6. Finally, stir in the remaining butter along with the cooked shrimp and sausages, mixing well for 1 minute before turning off the heat.
Serving
  1. Top your dish with more grated parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

If you have leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm in a pan over medium heat, adding a splash of cream or broth to revive the sauce’s creamy consistency. Avoid microwaving to prevent a rubbery texture in the shrimp. Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference; you can start with less and add more later.
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