Linguine with Prawns, Peas & Mint

INGREDIENTS

  • 500g Barilla Linguine
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves, sliced
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 750g Ocean Foods green prawns, peeled
  • 350g shelled peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 bunch fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • Salt & freshly ground pepper

METHOD

Step 1
Cook pasta in a large saucepan of lightly salted, boiling water. Return to the boil and cook for 10-12 minutes until just cooked. Drain pasta reserving 1/3 cup cooking water and return to the pan.

Step 2
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large frying pan, add garlic and lime zest and fry gently over a low heat for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is soft but not browned. Add prawns and season with salt and pepper, increase the heat and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until cooked.

Step 3
Stir prawn mixture into the pasta with the reserved water, lime juice and mint until evenly combined. Season to taste and serve at once.

Enjoy!