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Garlic Prawn Pasta

Cultural Context

Originating from coastal regions of Italy, Garlic Prawn Pasta showcases the Mediterranean's love for seafood and fresh ingredients. Traditionally enjoyed as a family meal, it highlights the simplicity and bold flavors of Italian cuisine. Today, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, often featuring variations with different seafood or pasta types, making it a beloved choice for dinner parties and casual gatherings.

ItalianGBmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz penne pasta
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb prawns
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 cup sweet pepper (diced)
1 teaspoon thyme
1 red chili pepper (sliced)
1 medium-sized onion (diced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

prawns

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

1

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

2

Cook penne pasta for 6 to 7 minutes until al dente.

3

In a mixing bowl, add prawns and 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, 2 teaspoons of sweet pepper, 1 teaspoon of thyme, and 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of red chili pepper to the prawns and mix well.

5

Finely dice a medium-sized onion and fry it in a pan with olive oil until translucent.

6

Add the prawns to the pan and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until almost done.

7

Set the prawns aside and add diced onions and garlic to the pan, cooking until lightly brown.

8

Add heavy cream and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese to the pan and mix.

9

Return the prawns to the pan and cook for another minute.

10

Combine the prawn mixture with the cooked pasta.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcolandermeasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishglutendairy

Also Known As

Garlic Shrimp PastaPasta with Garlic Prawns

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