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Spicy Prawn Spaghetti

Cultural Context

Originating from coastal Italy, Spicy Prawn Spaghetti combines the region's love for seafood with the bold flavors of garlic and chili. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick yet flavorful meal, it's often served at family gatherings and special occasions. Today, variations exist worldwide, with many adapting the dish to include local ingredients or different types of pasta.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
300g of spaghetti
200g of prawn
6 cloves of minced garlic
3 tbsp of oyster sauce
2 tbsp of soy sauce
1 stalk onion leaves
1/4 tsp of black pepper
1 tsp chilli flakes
2 tbsp of vegetable oil
1 tbsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp dried parsley

prawns

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner and canned tuna is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine is a healthier option and chicken broth is cheaper.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: sun-dried tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Sun-dried tomatoes add flavor while canned tomatoes are cost-effective.

1

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

2

Drain spaghetti and set aside.

3

Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

4

Add minced garlic and chilli flakes, sauté until fragrant.

5

Add chopped onion leaves and cook until softened.

6

Stir in prawns and cook until pink and opaque.

7

Add oyster sauce and soy sauce, stirring to combine.

8

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the prawn mixture, tossing to coat.

9

Season with black pepper and dried parsley to taste.

10

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfishgluten

Also Known As

Prawn Aglio e OlioSpaghetti con Gamberi Piccanti
Local Name: Spaghetti ai gamberi piccanti

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