Step 1

Using a mortar and pestle, grind the saffron threads and a small pinch of salt flakes to a fine powder and set aside.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large frypan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, over medium-low heat for 7 minutes or until softened. Add zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until just tender. Increase heat to high, add prawns and wine, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until prawns are just cooked through. Stir through ground saffron and cream. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook tagliolini in a large saucepan of boiling salted water according to packet instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup (125ml) pasta cooking water. Drain pasta, toss back into the saucepan and add sauce and reserved cooking water. Toss well and serve immediately scattered with parsley.