Description
A vibrant and flavorful sharing platter featuring al dente linguine tossed with juicy burst cherry tomatoes, smoky prawn pil pil, and charred lemon for a zesty finish. This dish combines the sweetness of tomatoes, the heat of smoked paprika and chili flakes, and the freshness of parsley, making it perfect for a communal meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 300g linguine
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 lemons, 1 halved for charring, 1 juiced
- 100ml olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves, finely sliced
- 300g Morrisons The Best Dulciz Vine Tomatoes
- 2 tsp sweet smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- 15g flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- 300g Morrisons Market Street ready-to-eat jumbo prawns
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Char the lemon: Heat a medium, high-sided frying pan over high heat. Place the lemon halves cut-side down and fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to brown and char. Remove and set aside on a plate or bowl.
- Sauté garlic and tomatoes: Reduce the heat to medium. In the same pan, heat the olive oil and add the sliced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
- Cook the tomatoes: Add the Dulciz vine tomatoes to the pan and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the tomatoes burst and release their juices, creating a rich sauce.
- Add spices: Stir in the sweet smoked paprika and chilli flakes along with a little extra salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Toss pasta and prawns: Add the cooked linguine, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and ready-to-eat jumbo prawns to the pan. Mix well to combine everything and heat through, allowing the prawns to warm without overcooking.
- Serve: Transfer the pasta mixture to a serving platter and place the grilled lemon halves alongside for squeezing over the dish to add a fresh, zesty finish.
Notes
- Use ready-to-eat jumbo prawns to save time and avoid overcooking seafood.
- Make sure to char the lemon halves well as this adds a smoky depth and enhances the flavor when squeezed over the pasta.
- Adjust the chilli flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh parsley adds brightness to the dish, but you can substitute with basil if preferred.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: linguine, prawn pil pil, burst cherry tomatoes, charred lemon, seafood pasta, smoky paprika, easy dinner, Mediterranean pasta
