ITALIAN SPAGHETTI WITH PRAWNS
SERVES 6
COOKING TIME : 15 MINTS
A very quick, light healthy pasta dish, that’s easier to cook at the early morning rush hour or as a takeout, to eat outdoors at a picnic. Tastes good even cold.
Shrimp / prawn is an unusual source of the xanthophyll carotenoid called astaxanthin. It’s also an excellent source of protein and selenium. This shellfish is a very good source of heart-healthy vitamin B12 and a good source of energy-promoting iron, phosphorus, and niacin; anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids; immune-supportive zinc; and bone-healthy copper and magnesium.
Ingredients :-
- 500g spaghetti
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 medium-hot red chillies, deseeded and finely chopped
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- Finely grated zest of 1/2 lemon, plus 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 500grms fresh tiger prawns, thawed if frozen
- fresh parsley/ coriander leaves for garnish
METHOD:-
Cook the spaghetti in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions or until al dente . Drain and keep aside. While the pasta is cooking, take a frying pan and heat the oil. Add the garlic and chilli and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or until aromatic. Add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes or until prawns curl and change pinkish in colour. Add the finely chopped tomato and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until tender. Scoop out a small cupful of the pasta water/ normal water and add it to the prawns with the tomato puré. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until sauce reduces by half. Stir and simmer for a couple of minutes. Add the zest of one lemon and juice. Tip the spaghetti into the pan of sauce, toss the chopped coriander and mix well. If the sauce is a bit thick, add a splash of water to loosen it . Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with more fresh parsley and serve.
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