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Creamy Prawn Pasta with Basil recipe
A quick, comforting pasta dish with juicy prawns in a lightly creamy basil sauce. Sweet onion and a touch of ketchup give the sauce a gentle depth and shine.
25 min · Easy · Italian-inspired Jump to method
Ingredients
- 200 g Pasta
- 250 g Prawns
- 1 medium, finely sliced Onions
- 150 ml Cream
- 15 g, torn Basil
- 2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 600 kcal |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbohydrates | 53 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Saturated fat | 10.5 g |
| Fibre | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 5.5 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Why this works
A moderately high-energy pasta dish with good protein from prawns, but it is relatively rich in saturated fat and sodium, so best enjoyed in sensible portions.
Good protein content. Prawns provide lean, high-quality protein plus selenium and vitamin B12, supporting muscle maintenance and nerve function.
Source of healthy fats. Olive oil and basil contribute some heart-friendly unsaturated fats and antioxidants, though the cream raises saturated fat.
Watch the sodium. Added salt plus tomato ketchup can push sodium up, which may be a concern for blood pressure if portions are large.
Method
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve a little of the cooking water, then drain.
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and cook the onions gently until soft and translucent.
- Add the prawns and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and just cooked through.
- Stir in the tomato ketchup and cream, then add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Toss in the pasta and basil, season with salt and black pepper, and serve straight away.
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