Step 1

Put the saffron in a small bowl and add a splash of just-boiled water

Step 2

Melt the butter in a pan then add the chilli and garlic, and cook gently for 2-3 minutes or until softened. Stir in the saffron and the soaking water. Take off the heat and leave to sit while you prepare the pasta.

Step 3

Cook the pasta following pack instructions then drain well.

Step 4

Gently reheat the butter, adding the shrimp to just warm through. Toss through the pasta then serve with a sprinkle of parsley, lemon wedges to squeeze over and warm crusty bread.