This prawn and wattleseed fettuccine is a perfect weekday-gourmet dish to brighten up the working week. I picked up the wattleseed fettuccine at the local markets, but you could use wholemeal or spelt fettuccine or whatever pasta you have at home. The wattleseed fettuccine is, however, an interesting ingredient and looks lovely with the tiny dark spots of wattleseed. The taste is not too strong and suits well for this dish. The juicy prawns and the sweet cherry tomatoes makes me think of sunny summer days!
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Prawn And Wattleseed Fettuccine
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Pescatarian, Omnivore
Description
A gourmet weeknight pasta dish. Quick, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
- Wattleseed fettuccine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 punnet cherry tomatoes
- 4 cups (946 ml) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp sherry vinegar
- 15 extra large King prawns (shrimps), cleaned
- 1 tbsp lemon olive oil
- 1/2 bunch chives, finely chopped
- pinch of salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- small bunch flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add salt and fettuccine; cook for 8 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a frying pan. Add cherry tomatoes and mushrooms; sauté for a couple of minutes.
- Add sherry vinegar and prawns; cook for a further couple of minutes.
- Add lemon olive oil, chives, salt, and pepper. Sauté until prawns are cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Place fettuccine on a large platter and top with prawns.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the wattleseed lightly in a dry pan before adding it to the pasta water (optional).
- If King prawns are unavailable, substitute with 20-25 medium-sized prawns, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Australian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 70
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 200
Frequently Asked Questions
What is wattleseed and where can I find it?
Wattleseed comes from Australian acacia trees and has a roasted, nutty flavor with hints of coffee and chocolate. You can find it at specialty spice shops or online retailers that carry Australian ingredients.
Can I substitute something for wattleseed if I cannot find it?
A small amount of finely ground dark roasted coffee or cocoa nibs can approximate the flavor. The result will not be identical, but it gives a similar roasted depth to the pasta sauce.
How should I cook the prawns so they stay tender in the fettuccine?
Cook the prawns quickly over high heat just until they turn pink, then remove them from the pan. Add them back to the finished pasta at the last moment so they do not overcook and turn rubbery.
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Maria, I totally agree with Juls :) I love every recipe you posted so far. Prawns are one of my favorite!
Maria, every recipe you posted is simply amazing! Love the simple yet delicious aspect they have!