Blackened Shrimp Cavatappi
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
518 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Blackened Shrimp Cavatappi
Description
Blackened Shrimp Cavatappi is a pasta dish that pairs curly cavatappi noodles with shrimp thoroughly coated in blackened seasoning. The seasoned shrimp cook in butter until nicely seared, creating a smoky, slightly spicy crust. The pan's browned bits enrich the sauce made from heavy cream, tomato paste, sour cream, and Parmesan, which becomes luscious and smooth as it simmers gently.
After combining the cooked pasta and drained sweet corn into the sauce, everything is tossed to coat evenly, blending spicy, creamy, and sweet notes. The texture contrasts between tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and tender corn kernels add interest. Chopped green onions add a fresh, mild onion flavor as garnish before serving.
This dish works well as a satisfying dinner with rich flavors and creamy texture highlighted by the distinct blackened spice on the shrimp. Cooking shrimp separately and then combining with the sauce helps maintain their firm texture without overcooking.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cavatappi pasta cooked al dente according to package instructions
- 1 pound Shrimp raw, deveined, tail removed, large
- 2 tablespoons blackened seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ¼ cup sour cream 57.5 g
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 can sweet corn drained, 15 ounces
- green onion chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Add cavatappi noodles to a pot of boiling salted water. Cook al dente according to package directions (8-9 minutes for cavatappi).
- While the noodles are cooking, prepare the shrimp and sauce.
- Season the shrimp evenly with blackened seasoning. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. When melted, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- To the same skillet over medium heat, add heavy cream. Bring the heavy cream to a low simmer, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan as you go.
- Reduce the heat to low and add tomato paste, sour cream, and parmesan. Stir together until the parmesan is completely melted.
- Add the cooked pasta, shrimp, and corn to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 518 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 518kcal | 26% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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