One of the flavor combinations I find most attractive is garlic with langoustine. I grew up eating langoustines on special occasions. Langoustines are caught on the southern part of Chile, and they are sweet, plump and delicious. Although I usually do not use garlic in the kitchen. This Langoustine Pasta satisfies the craving very well.
“Langostinos al pilpil” or with garlic are a classic appetizer; there is nothing like soakings a warm bread in the juices. Or combined with noodles or other short pasta, in a few minutes you have an elegant and straightforward to prepare dinner.
If you are short of time, you can cook the pasta the day before and present it as a casserole, put cheese on top, bake, and serve.
Langoustines are sold at Costco and Trader’s Joe.
You may also be interested in the recipe: Chicken Mushroom Pasta Bake.
Langoustine Pasta, Chilean Recipe
for 4 people
Ingredients:
- 1 packet of spaghetti or fettuccine normal or whole
- 1 1/2 cups cooked langoustine
- 1 – 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- chicken broth or white wine, optional
- a handful of chopped parsley or chives
- olive oil
Preparation:
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Strain. Return the noodles to the pot and add olive oil and mix well.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter and add the garlic cook 1 minute. Add the langoustines.
- Add the desired amount of noodles (for 4 people half the package) and the parsley or chives, stir and serve with grated Parmesan.
At what point is the chicken broth or white wine used?
On step 2, if you want a more juicy dish. Before adding the langoustines.