Cajun-Spiced Shrimp With Pasta Recipe

Name: Cajun-Spiced Shrimp With Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. cayenne; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1 stick butter; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 lb. fresh shrimp; 1 (12 oz.) pkg. pasta (spirals); 1 small zucchini, diced; 1/4 c. minced green onions; 2 Roma tomatoes, diced; 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tsp. dried); Parmesan cheese (fresh is best)

Servings: persons

2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. cayenne
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 stick butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 lb. fresh shrimp
1 (12 oz.) pkg. pasta (spirals)
1 small zucchini, diced
1/4 c. minced green onions
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tsp. dried)
Parmesan cheese (fresh is best)

1
Combine spices and garlic in small bowl.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions.
3
When there is about 3 minutes left, melt 1/2 stick butter in frypan; add spices and peeled shrimp and saute until pink, about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes.
4
Drain pasta.
5
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in pasta pot; return pasta to pot and stir in shrimp mixture.
6
Keep warm.
7
Add last 1 tablespoon butter to frypan.
8
Cook zucchini and green onions for 1 minute.
9
Add tomatoes and parsley and cook a few seconds.
10
Add to pasta and mix well.
11
Serve with Parmesan cheese and a salad.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp. paprika, 1/2 tsp. cayenne, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and more.

Yes, Cajun-Spiced Shrimp With 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-Spiced Shrimp With Pasta

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