Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Crab (Print Format)

A spicy, creamy pasta featuring tender shrimp, sweet crab, and bold Cajun flavors for an elegant meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 oz fettuccine pasta

→ Seafood

02 - 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
03 - 1 cup lump crab meat

→ Condiments and Oils

04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, diced

→ Dairy

08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings

10 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Broth

13 - 1 cup chicken broth

→ Garnishes

14 - 2 green onions, chopped
15 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# Steps:

01 - In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
03 - Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
04 - Reduce the heat to medium. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the smoked paprika and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
05 - Gently fold in the lump crab meat and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
06 - Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta with the creamy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
07 - Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy Cajun shrimp and crab pasta.

# Tips:

01 - Reserve 1 cup of pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.

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