Garlic Prawn Pasta
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Garlic Prawn Pasta, a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Tender spaghetti is coated in a luscious garlic butter sauce, infused with a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick, and brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice. Juicy, perfectly cooked prawns take center stage, while fresh parsley and a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese add a finishing touch of freshness and richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality dish combines simplicity with bold flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite the whole family will love. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or simply craving a satisfying pasta recipe, this garlic prawn pasta is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g spaghetti
- 400 g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 g parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 to taste salt
- 1 to taste black pepper
- 0.5 cup pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the prawns to the skillet in a single layer. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes or until the prawns turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt, then stir in the red chili flakes and lemon juice.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss to combine and ensure the pasta is well-coated in the sauce.
Return the cooked prawns to the skillet and stir gently to distribute them evenly throughout the pasta. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm everything through.
Add the chopped parsley and toss one final time. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the garlic prawn pasta hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese and extra parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 812 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 362 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
