Imagine creating a restaurant-worthy pasta dish with minimal effort and even less washing up. This decadent one-pot creamy garlic prawn pasta is about to become your go-to solution for busy evenings when you're craving something special without the fuss.
Why This Recipe Will Revolutionise Your Cooking
This ingenious method means everything cooks together in one pan, allowing the pasta to absorb all the delicious flavours while creating its own luxurious sauce. No more juggling multiple pans or facing a mountain of washing up afterwards.
What You'll Need
- 200g linguine or spaghetti
- 180g raw king prawns
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 500ml chicken or vegetable stock
- 120ml double cream
- 50g grated parmesan
- Fresh parsley to garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Simple Steps to Perfection
- Create your base: In a large, deep pan, arrange the pasta and pour over the stock. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the pasta: Allow the pasta to cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add the luxury: When most of the liquid has been absorbed, stir through the cream, garlic, and prawns.
- Finish with flair: Cook for another 3-4 minutes until prawns turn pink, then stir through parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Serve immediately: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra black pepper for that perfect restaurant finish.
Chef's Tips for the Best Results
Timing is everything - don't add the prawns too early or they'll become rubbery. The residual heat will continue cooking them even after you've taken the pan off the heat.
Customise to your taste - this recipe works beautifully with smoked salmon instead of prawns, or you can add mushrooms for an earthy flavour. Vegetarian? Simply omit the prawns and use vegetable stock.
The beauty of this method lies in the starch from the pasta creating a naturally thickened sauce that clings perfectly to every strand. No more watery sauces or separated creams!
