Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb vermicelli or 1 lb linguine; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic; 1/2 teaspoon thyme; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup peeled and diced tomato; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup chopped green onion

Servings: persons

1 lb vermicelli or 1 lb linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup peeled and diced tomato
2 tablespoons sugar
3 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onion

1
Cook pasta according to packaging; drain and set aside.
2
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic, thyme, cayenne, pepper and basil; cook on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Add hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato, sugar, and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 30 minutes, until liquid is reduced by half. Season with salt, if desired.
4
In a separate small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes, until light pink. Add to pasta sauce and cook 5 minutes, stirring to combine thoroughly. Add the cooked pasta and toss well with the grated cheese. Serve topped with fresh grated cheese and green onions.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb vermicelli or 1 lb linguine, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp Pasta 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.

Cajun Shrimp Pasta

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