Treat yourself to a taste of the ocean with this Seafood Pasta featuring linguine, succulent shrimp, and tender mussels. This delightful dish combines al dente pasta with a rich and creamy sauce that’s infused with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, creating a flavorful base for the seafood.
The addition of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese adds a luxurious touch, while the bright lemon juice enhances the dish’s overall flavor profile. Cooked to perfection, the shrimp and mussels create a delicious seafood medley that will leave you craving more. Topped with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges, this Seafood Pasta is perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home.
Get ready to impress your family and friends with this indulgent and satisfying meal!
Ingredients:
Pasta:
12 ounces linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Seafood:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges
Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Preparing the Pasta
Cook Linguine:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Seafood
Cook Shrimp:
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Cook Mussels:
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the mussels and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they open. Discard any mussels that do not open. Remove from the skillet and set aside with the shrimp.
Preparing the Sauce
Sauté Aromatics:
In the same skillet, add olive oil if needed. Sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add Tomatoes and Red Pepper Flakes:
Add the cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking until the tomatoes begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
Deglaze with Broth:
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
Add Cream and Cheese:
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Season Sauce:
Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
Combining Pasta and Seafood
Combine Ingredients:
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce. Gently stir in the cooked shrimp and mussels.
Heat Through:
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Add Fresh Herbs:
Stir in chopped fresh parsley.
Serving
Plate the Dish:
Divide the seafood pasta among serving plates.
Garnish:
Garnish with additional chopped parsley, lemon wedges, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve:
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful seafood pasta!
