Why pasta with prawns and chilli is a good choice
You will enjoy how easily this Pasta with Prawns and Chilli comes together with just a few ingredients. The combination of garlic, lemon and olive oil creates a simple sauce that highlights the flavour of the prawns. Using fresh ingredients makes a big difference to the final taste. It is a versatile meal that you can adjust to your own spice preference.
How to get pasta with prawns and chilli ready
Boil the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions. Make sure to cook it until it is just tender. Drain the pasta but keep a small cup of the cooking water for later. Set the pasta aside while you prepare the seafood.
Prepare ingredients: Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves and chop the red chillies into small pieces. Grate the zest from the lemon and chop the fresh parsley. Make sure the prawns are peeled and deveined before you start cooking. Having everything ready helps the process go smoothly.
Fry the prawns: Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and chillies then fry them for one minute until they smell fragrant. Toss in the prawns and cook them for about three minutes until they turn pink. This is the base for your Pasta with Prawns and Chilli.
Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta to the frying pan along with the lemon zest and chopped parsley. Pour in a splash of the saved pasta water to help create a light sauce. Toss everything together over the heat for one minute until well coated. Squeeze over some lemon juice and serve immediately while hot.
Extra tips for pasta with prawns and chilli
For the best Pasta with Prawns and Chilli, always use raw prawns rather than pre-cooked ones as they have a better texture. If you prefer a milder flavour, remove the seeds from the chillies before chopping them. High quality olive oil makes a significant difference to the simple sauce.
Do not overcook the prawns or they will become rubbery and lose their sweetness. You can add a handful of cherry tomatoes or some baby spinach at the end for extra vegetables. Always save some pasta water because the starch helps the oil and lemon juice cling to the spaghetti. Serve the dish in warmed bowls to keep the seafood at the right temperature.
You can also try these recipes:
meat sauce with chicken,
risotto with beetroot or
prawn wrap with avocado.
