Like Outback Shrimp and Crawfish Pasta

Transport your taste buds to the bayou with this indulgent "Like Outback Shrimp and Crawfish Pasta"! This creamy Cajun-inspired dish brings together tender fettuccine, succulent shrimp, and sweet, meaty crawfish tails in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Bursting with bold flavors from Cajun seasoning, paprika, and a hint of garlic, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of spice and richness. Finished with a garnish of fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, this pasta is a restaurant-quality meal you can easily recreate at home. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions when you’re craving a taste of Louisiana!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
• 8 oz Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 8 oz Crawfish tails (fully cooked, thawed if frozen)
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the crawfish tails to the skillet, seasoning them with the remaining Cajun seasoning and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove crawfish and set aside with the shrimp.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the heavy cream into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits at the bottom of the pan.

Step 7

Allow the cream to gently simmer for 2-3 minutes, then add the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 9

Return the cooked shrimp and crawfish to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the sauce. Let them simmer in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing it gently with the sauce until evenly coated.

Step 11

Garnish the pasta with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your flavorful, creamy shrimp and crawfish pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1464.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4244.5

Total Fat 271.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 1433.8mg	0%
Sodium 5264.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 168.0g	0%

Vitamin D 405.6IU	0%
Calcium 1113.8mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1256.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.9%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 24.9%