Description
Spicy Chilli Prawn Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent prawns with perfectly cooked pasta in a bold, spicy sauce. The delightful blend of garlic, chili flakes, and fresh tomatoes creates an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for date nights or impressing guests, this dish is simple to prepare and guarantees a stunning meal that looks as good as it tastes. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an Instagram-worthy presentation everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb (450g) prawns, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the prawns, seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook until prawns are pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg