Creamy Salmon and Prawn Pasta Recipe

Creamy Salmon and Prawn Pasta Recipe

This creamy salmon and prawn pasta combines tender chunks of salmon and succulent prawns with perfectly cooked linguine or tagliatelle in a rich double cream and Parmesan sauce flavored with garlic, chili flakes, and fresh lemon zest. Quick, elegant, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for a special dinner or weeknight treat.

Ingredients

• 240g salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into small cubes
• 200g prawns, peeled and deveined
• 150g linguine or tagliatelle pasta
• 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• ½ onion, finely chopped
• 200ml double cream (or heavy cream)
• 6 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp salt (to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 cup reserved pasta water
• Handful fresh parsley, finely chopped

Directions

1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
2. Season salmon and prawns with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, cook salmon and prawns for 2-3 minutes until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant.
4. Pour in reserved pasta water, double cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir and simmer until sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
5. Add cooked pasta, salmon, and prawns to the sauce. Toss gently to combine.
6. Finish with lemon zest and chopped parsley. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.