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Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti

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This delicious Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti recipe is perfect for when you need dinner on the table fast! Succulent prawns (shrimp) and perfectly cooked pasta are coated in a garlicky tomato sauce made from fresh tomatoes and finished with a generous amount of parmesan. It’s elegant enough to serve to guests when entertaining, but also quick and easy to make. Serve this on its own or add a simple green salad or garlic bread. 

Prawn Spaghetti Recipe

Can you make Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti ahead of time?

Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti is best cooked and served immediately.

Is Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti suitable for leftovers?

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container and reheated in the microwave. Take care not to overheat, which will cause the prawns (shrimp) to become chewy and rubbery.

Prawn Spaghetti Recipe

Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti

Author: Nicole
5 from 2 votes
“Restaurant quality, absolutely delicious. Thank you!”
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Just as good for a busy family weeknight or easy entertaining, this delicious and elegant Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti recipe can be on the table in under 25 minutes. Prawns (shrimp) are cooked in a beautiful light herby tomatoey sauce until tender and juicy.
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 12 minutes
Total 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

PRAWNS (SHRIMP)
  • 300 g (10½ oz) fresh prawns (shrimp), peeled and deveined, tails left intact
  • ½ tsp sweet paprika
  • ½ tsp sea salt flakes
  • ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
PASTA
  • 400 g (14 oz) spaghetti
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly chopped (about 1 tbsp)
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • 250 g (9 oz) cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (concentrated puree)
  • 100 g (1 cup) freshly grated parmesan, plus extra to serve
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

  • Season the prawns – Combine the prawns, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Toss to coat.
  • Cook the pasta – Cook the spaghetti as per the packet instructions, minus 1 minute, and reserve 1 cup (250 ml) of the cooking water (take it out of the pot using a ladle or mug before draining the pasta).
  • Cook the prawns – Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-based frying pan. Once hot, add the prawns and cook for 1 minute on each side. Remove the prawns from the pan and set aside.
  • Make the sauce – Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the garlic and red onion to the same pan. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ½ cup (125 ml) of the pasta cooking water.
  • Add the cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook for 2–3 minutes. Squash the tomatoes with the back of a fork to release their juices.
  • Add the tomato paste and the remaining ½ cup (125 ml) of pasta cooking water and stir to combine.
  • Add the pasta – Drain the spaghetti and toss it through the sauce.
  • Stir through the parmesan.
  • Add the prawns – Add the prawns to the pan, stir through the parsley and serve immediately.
  • Serve – Sprinkle with extra parmesan and salt, if desired, then serve.

Nutrition information

Nutrition Facts
Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti
Amount per Serving
Calories
731
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
28
g
43
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
16
g
Cholesterol
 
116
mg
39
%
Sodium
 
1848
mg
80
%
Potassium
 
663
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
86
g
29
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
32
g
64
%
Vitamin A
 
1179
IU
24
%
Vitamin C
 
22
mg
27
%
Calcium
 
310
mg
31
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Recipe notes

MAKE AHEAD

Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti is best cooked and served immediately.

LEFTOVERS

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container and reheated in the microwave. Take care not to overheat, which will cause the prawns (shrimp) to turn become chewy and rubbery. 

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Course entrée, Main Course, pasta, Prawn (Shrimp) Spaghetti, seafod
Cuisine Italian

  1. 5 stars
    Restaurant quality, absolutely delicious. Thank you!

  2. I can’t get over how fresh this recipe tasted. 10/10

  3. 5 stars
    I think we would have either this dish or your a Tuscan Prawn pasta at least once a month with it being completely devoured each time including a 8 and 5 year old.
    For convenience I use frozen prawns and will sometimes used canned cherry tomatoes.
    Thank you for your easy recipes giving me the confidence to cook with seafood.

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