Description
A flavorful and festive pasta dish inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mardi Gras, featuring a mix of seafood and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb scallops
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and scallops; cook until they are opaque.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Can substitute shrimp and scallops with other seafood like crab or lobster.
- Serve with garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg