Creamy Prawn Pasta
A comforting and indulgent creamy prawn pasta dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g pasta (about 8.8 oz)
- 200g prawns, marinated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 250g pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add 4 cloves minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add 200g marinated prawns and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Serve with a crisp green salad or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of cream.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/creamy-prawn-pasta/