way to cook:
Cook pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Season & sear shrimp
Toss shrimp with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, paprika, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove and set aside.
Build the volcano base
In the same pan, melt butter. Add onion and sauté 2–3 minutes until soft.
Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant.
Make it creamy
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add remaining Cajun seasoning and chili flakes. Simmer 4–5 minutes until thickened slightly.
Erupt with cheese
Stir in parmesan until melted and smooth. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
Bring it all together
Add pasta and shrimp back into the pan. Toss to coat everything in that spicy lava sauce.
Serve
Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan. Serve hot while the volcano is erupting 🌋🔥
🌶️ Pro Tips
Add sliced bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture.
Swap cream for half-and-half if you want it lighter.
For Moroccan heat, add a pinch of harissa powder or smoked chili.
This dish is rich, fiery, and seriously addictive — perfect for a weekend dinner that feels restaurant-level at home!
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