Frutti di Mare Recipe

Name: Frutti di Mare
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound angel hair pasta; Salt, for pasta water; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil -- 2 turns of the pan; 2 shallots, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, crushed or finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes -- eyeball it; 1/2 cup dry white wine, eyeball it; 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; Salt and black pepper; 1 pound small fresh clams, ask for them scrubbed; 1 pound mussels, scrubbed; 10 to 12 large shrimp, deveined -- ask for easy peels at the fish counter, tails removed; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, a couple of handfuls; 20 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips or torn; Crusty bread, warmed

Servings: persons

1/2 pound angel hair pasta
Salt, for pasta water
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil -- 2 turns of the pan
2 shallots, chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed or finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes -- eyeball it
1/2 cup dry white wine, eyeball it
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
Salt and black pepper
1 pound small fresh clams, ask for them scrubbed
1 pound mussels, scrubbed
10 to 12 large shrimp, deveined -- ask for easy peels at the fish counter, tails removed
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, a couple of handfuls
20 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips or torn
Crusty bread, warmed

1
Place a large pot of water on to boil for pasta.
2
When it boils, add salt and pasta and cook angel hair to al dente.
3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, saute shallots and garlic with crushed pepper 2 or 3 minutes, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
4
Add wine and reduce 1 minute.
5
Raise the heat a bit.
6
Add crushed tomatoes and bring sauce to a bubble.
7
Season sauce with salt and pepper.
8
Add clams and mussels and cover the pan.
9
Steam until shells open, about 5 minutes.
10
Remove any unopened shells.
11
Add shrimp to sauce and cook until just firm, 3 minutes.
12
Add parsley and basil to the sauce and shake the pan to incorporate it.
13
Adjust seasonings, to taste.
14
Combine drained pasta with a few ladles of sauce and pile pasta into shallow platters or bowls.
15
Top with arranged mixed seafood and sauce.
16
Serve with warm, crusty bread for dipping.

649

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound angel hair pasta, Salt, for pasta water, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil -- 2 turns of the pan, 2 shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Frutti di Mare falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Frutti di Mare

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