Cajun Shrimp Linguini With Ultimate Sauce Recipe
Make Cajun Shrimp Linguini With Ultimate Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Cajun Shrimp
For the Linguini
For the Ultimate Sauce
Method
For the Cajun Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Toss well to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasoning. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Shrimp
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the marinated shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
For the Linguini
- 3
Cook the Linguini
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the linguini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
For the Ultimate Sauce
- 4
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet used for the shrimp, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer. Slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- 5
