Chili Garlic Prawn Spaghetti with Fresh Basil

Indulge in a flavorful fusion of chili and garlic, perfectly complementing the natural sweetness of prawns in this spaghetti dish.

Ingredients

• 12 large prawns, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chili flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
4. Stir in the halved grape tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing well to combine with the prawns and garlic mixture.
6. Season with salt and black pepper, then add fresh basil leaves, mixing gently.
7. Serve the spaghetti hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

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