Step 1

Heat 1 tsp oil in a large frying pan, add the shallots and fry for 2 minutes before adding the ginger, garlic and chilli flakes.

Step 2

Fry for another 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes and simmer for 20 minutes until saucy.

Step 3

Cook the linguine in boiling salted water until just tender, then drain.

Step 4

Stir the parsley and the prawns into the tomato base, season well and cook until the prawns turn pink.

Step 5

Add the cooked linguine, toss and serve.