Best Cajun Shrimp Rigatoni Recipe: A Family-Friendly Pasta Dish Ready in About 25 Minutes

If you want a fast, satisfying meal, this cajun shrimp rigatoni hits the spot with very little effort.

Ingredients

• 400 g rigatoni
• salt, for the pasta water
• 300 g shrimp, peeled
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 150 ml cream
• chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Boil the rigatoni in well-salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
2. Toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning.
3. Melt the butter and cook the shrimp for 2 minutes per side, then remove. Cook the garlic for 30 seconds, add the cream, and simmer for 3 minutes.
4. Return the shrimp to the pan, add the pasta, and toss to coat.
5. Taste, adjust the seasoning, and serve right away.

Tips

• Pull the pasta a minute early if you plan to finish it in the sauce.
• Salt the water generously. It should taste like mild seawater.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of water.

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