Cajun Shrimp Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb. linguine
- 1 tbsp. exra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lb. peeled and deveined large shrimp
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 3/4 c. heavy cream
- 1/2 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper and cajun seasoning. Cook until pink, 2 minute per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Wipe out skillet and add butter. Once melted, stir in flour and whisk until golden, 1 minute. Add heavy cream and whisk until creamy, then add Parmesan and 1/2 cup pasta water. Whisk until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return pasta to skillet and toss until creamy, then add shrimp and parsley and toss until combined.
- Garnish with Parmesan and serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Cajun Shrimp Pasta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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