I still remember the first time I tried Cajun Seafood Pasta. It was at a small gathering with my neighbours. We all decided to cook something special and share it with each other. One of my neighbours, Sarah, made this incredibly delicious Cajun Seafood Pasta. It was a hit, and everyone asked for the recipe. I asked Sarah for the recipe too and decided to give it a try. My family loved it, and it has been a staple in our house ever since. This creamy, spicy, and flavorful pasta is perfect for any occasion, and it is sure to impress your guests.
Now, I have tweaked the recipe a bit to suit my family’s taste buds, and I am excited to share it with all of you. I hope you will enjoy making and eating this Cajun Seafood Pasta as much as I do. So, without further ado, let’s get started!
How to Prepare Cajun Seafood Pasta
Ingredients for Cajun Seafood Pasta
– 1 pound fettuccine pasta
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup green onions, chopped
– 1 cup parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 2 teaspoons black pepper, ground
– 1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, crushed
– 1 teaspoon white pepper, ground
– 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/2 pound scallops
– 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
– 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions for Cajun Seafood Pasta
1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta at a boil until it is tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta once done cooking.
2. Meanwhile, pour the heavy cream into a large skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it is just about boiling. Reduce the heat and add the green onions, parsley, basil, thyme, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and white pepper. Simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 7 to 8 minutes.
3. Stir in the shrimp and scallops and cook until the shrimp is no longer translucent.
4. Stir in the shredded Swiss cheese and grated Parmesan cheese, blending well.
5. Serve the sauce over the cooked pasta.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!
Can I use any other type of pasta?
Yes, you can use any type of pasta you like. However, fettuccine works best for this recipe as it holds the sauce well.
Can I add any other seafood?
Yes, you can add other seafood like crab meat or mussels. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes, you can skip the seafood and add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and mushrooms to make it vegetarian.
Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh?
Yes, you can use dried herbs if you do not have fresh ones. Just use half the amount of dried herbs as the recipe calls for fresh ones.
Can I store the leftovers?
Yes, you can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just reheat it in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Can I make it ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Just cook the pasta and reheat the sauce before serving.
Cajun Seafood Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/2 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound scallops
- 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain once done cooking.
- Meanwhile, pour cream into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. Reduce heat and add green onions, parsley, basil, thyme, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and white pepper. Simmer until thickened, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp and scallops. Cook until shrimp is no longer translucent.
- Stir in cheeses, blending well.
- Serve sauce over pasta.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
