Garlic Prawn Spaghetti
A quick and easy Italian dish featuring tender prawns and al dente spaghetti, infused with aromatic garlic and olive oil.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti about 225g
- 1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined about 450g
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Red pepper flakes optional, for a touch of heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
Cooking the Spaghetti
- Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until it’s al dente.
- Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
Sautéing the Garlic and Prawns
- In a large skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if desired). Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
- Add the prawns and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove the prawns from the skillet and set them aside.
Combining the Spaghetti and Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the cooked spaghetti.
- Toss the spaghetti in the flavorful garlic and olive oil mixture.
- If the pasta appears dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta cooking water to create a silky sauce.
- Add the cooked prawns back to the skillet and mix everything together.
- Stir in half of the chopped fresh parsley, reserving the rest for garnish.
Serving
- Plate the Garlic Prawn Spaghetti, and garnish with the remaining fresh parsley.
- If desired, offer grated Parmesan cheese at the table for those who want an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve the dish hot and enjoy the wonderful combination of garlic, prawns, and perfectly cooked spaghetti.
Notes
This dish is perfect for a special dinner or a quick weeknight meal, sure to impress family and friends.