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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
24 medium green Australian prawns
400 g spaghetti
80 g butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, sliced
2 tsp dried chilli flakes
1 lemon, zested
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
Sea salt
Cracked black pepper

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

Peel the prawns and cut them in half lengthways.

2

Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water for 8‐10 minutes or until al dente. Drain reserving ¼ cup pasta water and keep warm.

3

Heat the butter and oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, chilli and lemon zest. Cook, stirring for 2 minutes or until golden.

4

Add the prawns and cook, stirring, for 2‐3 minutes or until the prawns are tender.

5

Add the pasta, lemon juice, parsley and reserved pasta water.

6

Season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper and toss to combine.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large saucepanfrying pancolandermeasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

seafood

Allergens

shellfishglutendairy

Also Known As

Garlic Shrimp PastaPasta with Garlic Prawns

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