Garlic Butter Prawns with Angel Hair Pasta
Succulent garlic butter prawns tossed with delicate angel hair pasta and fresh parsley for a quick and flavorful seafood dinner. This australian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large raw prawns, peeled and deveined, angel hair pasta, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large raw prawns, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz angel hair pasta and cook for 3-4 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled prawns, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until prawns turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, add the cooked pasta, remaining 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the butter melts and coats the pasta and prawns.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic Butter Prawns with Angel Hair Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic Butter Prawns with Angel Hair Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep angel hair pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Butter Prawns with Angel Hair Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic Butter Prawns with Angel Hair Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Garlic Butter Prawns with Angel Hair Pasta?
Australian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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