Colorful linguine noodles in a spicy Creole cream sauce with juicy plump shrimp and topped with chopped green onions and freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Creole Shrimp Linguine

Name: Creole Shrimp Linguine
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb. linguine noodles; 1 lb. large shrimp peeled and deveined; 2 cups heavy cream; 1/2 cup onion diced; 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced; 1/2 cup celery diced; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1 tsp. smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped; 1/4 cup green onions chopped; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated; 2 tbsp. olive oil

New Orleans meets NYC in this Mardi Gras linguine dish.

Category Main Course

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Cajun

Technique Boiling

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily recipe · February 21, 2023

A little about this dish

This recipe is perfect for the Mardi Gras celebration in New York City, combining Creole and Cajun flavors of New Orleans with the fast-paced energy of NYC! Featuring the key ingredient of shrimp - a staple in both cuisines - this dish is sure to impress.

Ingredients (for 4)

Linguine noodles — 1 lb.
Large shrimp — 1 lb. — peeled and deveined
Heavy cream — 2 cups
Onion — 1/2 cup — diced
Green bell pepper — 1/2 cup — diced
Celery — 1/2 cup — diced
Garlic — 3 cloves — minced
Smoked paprika — 1 tsp.
Cayenne pepper — 1/4 tsp.
Black pepper — 1/4 tsp.
Salt — 1/2 tsp.
Fresh parsley — 1/4 cup — chopped
Green onions — 1/4 cup — chopped
Parmesan cheese — 3/4 cup — freshly grated
Olive oil — 2 tbsp.

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍝💧🔥

Cook the linguine noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
Step 2 — 🍤🔥👋

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until slightly pink, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
Step 3 — 🧅🌶️🥬

In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Step 4 — 🌶️🧂🥄

Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Step 5 — 🥛🥣👨‍🍳

Gradually pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
Step 6 — 🍝🍜🥣

Add the cooked linguine noodles and the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss to coat the noodles with the sauce.
Step 7 — 🍤🍝🥄

Add the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently stir to combine.
Step 8 — 🌿🧀🍴

Sprinkle chopped parsley, green onions, and freshly grated parmesan cheese over the top.
Step 9 — 🍽️😋🔥

Serve hot and enjoy!

A final fox tip

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper. For a healthier option, use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta. This dish can easily be modified with the addition of other seafood like crawfish or scallops.