Description
Welcome to our delicious Chilli Garlic Prawn Pasta recipe, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for any seafood lover. If you’re craving something spicy, comforting, and easy to prepare, this pasta recipe is for you!
Ingredients
- 300g prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 300g linguine or spaghetti
- 500g fresh tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tbsp dried chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sugar (brown or white)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for serving)
Optional garnishes:
- Fresh parsley
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Season the prawns with minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and olive oil. Let them sit to absorb the flavors.
Step 2: Boil your linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 3: Sear the seasoned prawns in a heated pan for about 1 minute per side. Remove from the pan.
Step 4: In the same pan, sauté garlic and tomato paste in olive oil. Add tomatoes, chili flakes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 5: Add prawns and parsley to the sauce. Toss with the drained pasta, adding a bit of pasta water for creaminess.
Notes
- Use fresh tomatoes for a richer taste.
- Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Add pasta water for a smooth, clingy sauce.