prep time
10 min
10 min
cook time
30 min
30 min
servings
4
4
By Anza Michieli
Tikka Masala Shrimp Fettuccini
Bring some unexpected spice to a pasta classic with this seafood dish that mixes fresh shrimp and flavourful tikka masala seasoning with traditional fettuccini. |
1 PKG (375G) Catelli Smart® fettuccini |
| 4 tbsp (60 mL) |
olive oil |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 3 | cloves of garlic, finely chopped |
| 2 tbsp | fresh ginger, finely chopped |
| 1 tbsp | ground coriander |
| 2 tsp | ground cumin |
| 2 tsp | paprika |
| ½ tsp | ground nutmeg |
| ½ tsp | cayenne |
| 1½ cups (350 g) |
strained tomatoes or passata |
| ½-¾ cup (125 g) |
cream or coconut milk |
| 1 | red pepper, thinly sliced |
| 450 g (16/20) |
raw peeled shrimp |
| 3-4 cups | baby spinach |
| 3 | green onions, thinly sliced |
| salt and pepper to taste | |
| chili peppers for added heat |
| 1 | In medium saucepot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. |
| 2 | Add garlic and ginger and continue to cook 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn garlic. |
| 3 | Stir in spices and simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes. |
| 4 | Add tomato puree and cream. |
| 5 | Simmer until slightly thickened, about 10-15 minutes. |
| 6 | Adjust seasoning to taste. |
| 7 | Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions. |
| 8 | Preheat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, red pepper and shrimp. Season with salt and sauté until cooked through, about 5 minutes. |
| 9 | Add in tikka masala sauce and let shrimp simmer in sauce, about 3-5 minutes. Add in spinach and let soften. |
| 10 | Serve sauce over drained fettuccini and top with thinly sliced green onions (and chili peppers if using). |
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