Prawn and pea pasta

Tips: Improve your prawn and pea pasta

Learn to perfect your prawn and pea pasta with our expert tips. We will guide you to culinary excellence, whether you are a kitchen expert or just starting out.

Achieving al dente tagliatelle

Cook your tagliatelle until it is al dente, which means it should offer a slight resistance when you bite into it. While the cooking instructions on the package are a useful guideline, it is a good idea to start checking the pasta for doneness a minute before the suggested time, as cooking times can vary slightly between different brands. This ensures your pasta is not overcooked and maintains its ideal texture.

Prepare the prawns perfectly

To perfectly cook prawns for pasta, start by heating them until they turn pink and lose their translucent appearance, which indicates they are nearly done. It is important to keep an eye on them because prawns can quickly become overcooked, resulting in a tough and rubbery texture. Remove them from the heat as soon as they become pink and opaque, ensuring they remain tender and juicy for your pasta dish.

Enjoy our quick and easy prawn and pea pasta

Our recipe combines fresh flavours with delicate seafood for quick and easy prawn and pea pasta. The tiger prawns have a tender texture and a rich taste that work perfectly with the bright vegetables and citrusy lemongrass. Avoid spending hours in the kitchen and prepare the dish in nothing more than fifteen minutes. The simple but delicious flavours make for an indulgent meal, perfect for when you want to treat the whole family to an exquisite meal.

Citrusy and tangy with lemongrass and white cheese

The citrusy notes from the lemongrass are commonly used with seafood to enhance the fresh elements of the dish. Shallots and garlic are sautéed alongside the lemongrass, creating a powerful, aromatic base for the prawns. When cooked, the prawns retain their natural sweetness while boasting subtle citrusy flavours. White cheese adds a creamy, indulgent layer to the dish, complementing the citrusy lemongrass and enhancing the prawns’ natural sweetness. Its mild flavour blends seamlessly with the aromatic shallots and garlic, enriching the overall taste and texture.

Fresh bites of green peas and sugar snap peas

The green peas offer a sweet freshness, while their texture allows for a tender pop. In contrast, sugar snap peas provide a crisp, crunchy texture, introducing an exciting mouthfeel that complements the delicate prawns and soft white cheese exquisitely. This combination not only enriches the taste but also adds a visually appealing element of varied textures and shades of green.

Serve a fast lunch or dinner

Are you working from home, or are you looking to enjoy a tasty weekend lunch? Our recipe for pasta with prawns and peas works wonderfully, no matter the occasion. In just fifteen minutes, you can cook and serve a delicious meal with all the incredible flavours you have come to expect from pasta dishes. Tender tagliatelle pasta, rich and delicate prawns, and fresh bursts of flavour all help balance the dish perfectly. Even if you need a quick dinner on a busy weekday, this recipe is sure to satiate your hunger.

Are you looking for other quick dishes you can prepare when time is of the essence? Try our recipe for easy kale pasta, tomato couscous salad with mint, or our tasty chicken shawarma. All of these are great weekday dinner options.

Make the recipe your own

For the prawn and pea pasta, you can select from various pasta shapes. While the recipe suggests tagliatelle, you can use alternatives like linguine, spaghetti, or playful shapes like large conchiglie. This allows you to use whatever pasta you prefer or have on hand.

If you fancy a hint of smokiness with some heat, sprinkle in chipotle chilli flakes, or choose regular ones for less spice. Instead of using tangy white cheese, grate some Parmesan cheese over the pasta for a savoury touch.