Prawn Scampi Pasta

Pasta as you probably know comes in different shapes and forms and sauces. I hear I had shared a spicy and creamy version roughly about 8 years ago. This version is not as complicated in terms of ingredients or the process. Of course a more traditional version involves a few more ingredients but I customized this to my preference (in other words what I had in my pantry). A great dish for what they call as a week day dinner fix. Simple, quick and tasty. A more traditional recipe will involve a few more ingredients such as white wine, parsley, Italian herbs etc.,  which I have not used. So without much further ado...

Ingredients

1. Pasta (500 gms). I used spaghetti but you can use pretty much any type of pasta. Preferably the noodle type ones (spaghetti, linguini, angel hair etc).
2. Prawns (or Shrimp for in the United States) - 200 gms
3. Garlic - 10 cloves (finely minced)
4. Butter - 100 gms
5. Olive Oil - 2-3 table spoons
6. Red chilli flakes - to taste
7. Lemon juice - 2-3 table spoons
8. Coriander - chopped for garnish (better if you use parsley)

The Method

1. Cook and drain the pasta as per the package instructions with a teaspoon of salt. Ensure it is not too soft and mushy.
2. Heat a large wok and melt the butter. Add the olive oil once the butter is melted.
3. Add the garlic and saute for about a minute without letting it burn. Turn down the heat if needed.
4. Add the prawns and red chilli flakes and saute until the prawns turn pink. Add salt to taste.
5. Add the lemon juice and toss it up for about a minute.
6. Add the cooked pasta and toss it in until the sauce is evenly mixed.
7. Garnish with chopped coriander (or parsley) leaves and serve.

Happy Cooking!!

C