Cajun Shrimp Linguine Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 ts. paprika; 2 smoked sausage, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 cup 10% cream; ½ cup water or ½ cup chicken broth (sodium-reduced) or ½ cup broth; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 (350 g) packagefresh linguine; 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 ts. paprika
2 smoked sausage, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup 10% cream
½ cup water or ½ cup chicken broth (sodium-reduced) or ½ cup broth
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (350 g) packagefresh linguine
1 green onion, thinly sliced

1
In a bowl, toss shrimp and paprika together to coat; set aside.
2
Heat a large non-stick over medium-high heat.
3
Pan-fry sausage slices for about 4 minutes or until golden brown; transfer to a plate.
4
Wipe our skillet with a paper towel.
5
In a small bowl, whisk flour into cream and add water.
6
Return skillet to medium-high heat and add cream mixture along with garlic, thyme and cayenne pepper.
7
Bring to a boil and add shrimp; simmer for about 4 minutes until shrimp are pink and firm.
8
Return sausages tor skillert and warm through.
9
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook linguine for about 3 minutes or until tender but firm.
10
Drain well and add to skillet.
11
Cook, stirring, on low heat for about 2 minutes or until sauce coats pasta well.
12
Serve in shallow soup bowls and sprinkle with green onion.
13
TIP: If the smoked sausages are spicy, reduce cayenne pepper to 1/8 teaspoons.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 ts. paprika, 2 smoked sausage, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp Linguine falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cajun Shrimp Linguine

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