Lemon Linguine With Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Name: Lemon Linguine With Cajun Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Lemon Linguine; 1 pound linguine; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; zest of 1 large lemon; juice from 2 large lemons; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; salt, to taste; freshly cracked black pepper, to taste; Pecorino cheese, for grating; Cajun Shrimp; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 garlic clove, smashed into a paste; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 16 extra-large shrimp

Servings: persons

Lemon Linguine
1 pound linguine
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
zest of 1 large lemon
juice from 2 large lemons
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
salt, to taste
freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Pecorino cheese, for grating
Cajun Shrimp
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, smashed into a paste
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
16 extra-large shrimp

1
Cook linguine in boiling salted water according to package instructions, or until al dente; drain well.
2
Combine next 5 ingredients in a large serving bowl. Add pasta and toss well. Sprinkle over salt, freshly cracked black pepper and Pecorino, to taste. Toss again. Top with Cajun Shrimp and serve immediately.
3
Combine first 7 ingredients in a 9 x 13 baking dish.
4
Shell and devein the shrimp, pat dry and toss in marinade to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.
5
Preheat oven to 450u00b0 F.
6
Bake the pan of shrimp 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally - be sure not to overcook. [You can also grill them on skewers.] Serve hot from the oven atop a bed of Lemon Linguine.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Lemon Linguine, 1 pound linguine, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, zest of 1 large lemon, and more.

Yes, Lemon Linguine With Cajun Shrimp 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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Lemon Linguine With Cajun Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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