This Chilli Prawns & Rocket Spaghetti recipe brings together the flavours of juicy prawns, spicy chilli flakes, and fresh rocket, all tossed though spaghetti.
I love this one for its simplicity and bold flavours. It’s the perfect dish when I want something delicious and impressive on the table without spending hours in the kitchen.
This dish is a standout for me because it’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough to serve to guests. Plus, the leftovers (if there are any!) make a fantastic next-day lunch. It’s a go-to recipe that never fails to satisfy my craving for a flavourful and fuss-free meal.
In this recipe, prawns are quickly cooked with garlic and chilli flakes in olive oil, then deglazed with white vermouth for added depth. A splash of lemon juice brightens up the dish, while rocket adds a peppery freshness. Tossed together with al dente spaghetti, this meal is simple yet packed with flavour.
What I really love about this recipe is how quickly everything comes together. In just about 20 minutes, I can have a beautiful plate of spaghetti coated in this rich, spicy sauce, tossed with fresh rocket for a pop of colour and peppery bite.
Let’s dive in and make this delicious pasta dish that’s sure to become a favourite in your kitchen.
Chilli Prawns & Rocket Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 455g dried spaghetti
- 400g prawns (butterflied)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- 1 glass of white vermouth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Handful of rocket
Directions
- Bring pan of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions.
- Peel and mince the garlic. Heat the oil in a frying pan, then add in the garlic along with the chilli flakes.
- Add the prawns and cook them for a minute. Add the vermouth and tomato purée, and cook for further 3 minutes before adding the lemon juice.
- Roughly chop the rocket. When the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander, reserving a little of the cooking water.
- Mix the spaghetti through the prawns and add the rocket, adding a little of the reserved cooking water if needed and season with salt and pepper.
