Ingredients
– 12 oz linguine
– 3 tbsp unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 lb mussels, cleaned
– 1 lb clams, cleaned
– 1/2 cup white wine
– 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Zest of 1 lemon
– Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
Making Seafood Linguine with Garlic Butter is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Linguine: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
2. Melt the Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
3. Sauté the Garlic: Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the Seafood: Stir in the shrimp, mussels, and clams. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and the mussels and clams begin to open.
5. Incorporate White Wine: Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the flavors to combine.
6. Season the Dish: Add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
7. Combine Pasta and Seafood: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the desired sauce consistency.
8. Finish with Herbs: Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine all flavors.
9. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 35g