Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare Ingredients
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a small bowl, combine all Cajun seasoning ingredients. Pat shrimp dry and season with half of the Cajun seasoning blend, tossing to coat evenly.
Cook the Shrimp
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp to a plate.
Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Add minced garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes to cook off alcohol. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in parmesan cheese and butter until melted and smooth. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water 1-2 tablespoons at a time.
Combine and Serve
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with sauce. Return shrimp to the pan and gently fold in green onions and parsley.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional Cajun seasoning as needed. Serve immediately with extra parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For milder heat, reduce cayenne pepper to 1/4 teaspoon. Leftover pasta can be stored in refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of cream or milk to restore creaminess. Fresh shrimp works best for this recipe.
