Rattlesnake Pasta

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Spicy and Delicious Rattlesnake Pasta
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup sliced onions
1/2 cup chopped yellow squash
1/2 cup zucchini , cut diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices
3/4 cup sliced mushrooms ( optional )
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and minced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound rattlesnake meat , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
flour for dredging

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
741
Sugar
7g
Fat
49g
Rattlesnake Pasta is a unique and flavorful dish that takes inspiration from traditional Cajun cuisine. This pasta dish combines perfectly cooked fettuccine with a creamy, spicy sauce made with jalapeno pepper and Cajun seasoning. The addition of juicy rattlesnake meat adds a unique twist to this recipe, making it a dish that is sure to impress your guests. While it may seem intimidating at first, the recipe is simple to follow and can be easily adapted to your taste preferences. Serve Rattlesnake Pasta as a main course with a side of garlic bread for a meal that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.Cook fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.Add sliced onions, chopped yellow squash, and sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook until softened.
4.Add sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5.Add heavy cream, minced jalapeno pepper, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and Cajun seasoning to the skillet, and bring to a simmer.
6.Reduce heat to low, and let the sauce cook for 5 minutes.
7.Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
8.Add diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
9.Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
10.In another skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
11.Dredge rattlesnake meat in flour and shake off the excess.
12.Add the rattlesnake meat to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
13.Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
14.Top with cooked rattlesnake meat and serve hot.

PROS

Rattlesnake Pasta is a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your guests.

The creamy sauce and perfectly cooked pasta pair well with the juicy rattlesnake meat, creating a dish that is both spicy and delicious.

CONS

Rattlesnake meat is not easily accessible, so this dish can be difficult to make unless you live in an area where it is sold.

Additionally, some may find the idea of eating snake meat unappetizing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rattlesnake meat is high in protein and low in fat, making it a healthy alternative to beef or pork.
The vegetables in the dish add a good source of vitamins and minerals, while the jalapeno pepper is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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