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Prawn Tagliatelle

This prawn tagliatelle is an elegant yet simple recipe that you can prepare for a romantic dinner with a big glass of white wine.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: prawn tagliatelle
Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

  • 600 gr in-shell prawns
  • 350 gr tagliatelle
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 chili pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Fresh parsley garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the tagliatelle according to their package instructions.
  • Peel the prawns ---devein them --- and save the heads.
  • In a big pan heat the olive oil and cook the prawns head for a couple of minutes. Remove and in the same oil cook the chili peppers, the onions --- cut into small cubes --- and the minced garlic for a couple minutes.
  • Toss the prawns and pour the wine. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until all the alcohol evaporates. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the drained tagliatelle and the butter. Remove from the stove and serve immediately. Garnish with some fresh parsley.