Description
This Cajun Shrimp Pasta No Cream recipe is a quick and easy dinner option that’s bursting with bold flavors. It combines succulent shrimp, a spicy Cajun seasoning, and perfectly cooked pasta — all without the need for heavy cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz pasta (gluten-free if preferred)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until softened. Add diced tomatoes, garlic, and the remaining Cajun seasoning, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add extra Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- If you prefer a richer sauce, add a little olive oil or butter to the pan while sautéing the vegetables.
- The shrimp can be replaced with chicken for a variation of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g