Easy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe: Quick HelloFresh Dinner Idea

Name: Easy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe: Quick HelloFresh Dinner Idea
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 300 grams Shrimp (Peeled and deveined); 360 grams Spaghetti (Cooked al dente); 390 grams Crushed tomatoes (Canned); 300 ml Cooking cream (At least 15% fat); 80 grams Finely grated Parmesan cheese (Plus extra for serving); 1 large Yellow onion (Finely chopped); 2 cloves Garlic cloves (Minced); 1 can Can of corn (Drained); 1 medium Lemon (Zest and juice); as desired sprigs Fresh chives (Chopped, for garnish); 1 packet Hello Sunrise spice mix (HelloFresh specific blend); 1 packet Cajun spice mix (For a spicy kick)

Whip up this incredibly flavorful Cajun-spiced shrimp pasta in no time! Made in collaboration with HelloFresh, this recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal. Enjoy juicy shrimp, al dente spaghetti, and a creamy, spicy tomato sauce. Don't forget to use the discount code HFAMBMISSHABESHAA for 1099 SEK off your first 5 HelloFresh boxes!

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Sizzling Shrimp and Sauce

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Cajun

Swedish

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

35g

Protein

70g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Pasta and Sauce Combined

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Garnished Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Instructions

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Chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
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Chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
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Prep all ingredients before cooking for a smooth process.
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In a large pan or pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in both the 'Hello Sunrise' and Cajun spice mixes.
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In a large pan or pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in both the 'Hello Sunrise' and Cajun spice mixes.
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Don't burn the garlic; it can make the sauce bitter.

3
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and cooking cream. Add the drained corn. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Pour in the crushed tomatoes and cooking cream. Add the drained corn. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as the sauce simmers.
4
Add the raw shrimp to the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Stir in the cooked spaghetti and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to combine thoroughly, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Add the raw shrimp to the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Stir in the cooked spaghetti and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to combine thoroughly, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Be careful not to overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly.
5
Remove the pan from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pasta and grate some lemon zest for extra flavor. Garnish with freshly chopped chives and the remaining Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and delicious Cajun shrimp pasta!
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Remove the pan from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pasta and grate some lemon zest for extra flavor. Garnish with freshly chopped chives and the remaining Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and delicious Cajun shrimp pasta!
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A splash of pasta water can loosen the sauce if it's too thick.