Green Pasta With Shrimp And Clams Recipe

Name: Green Pasta With Shrimp And Clams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 cherrystone clams; 4 qt. water; salt to taste; 1/4 c. olive oil; 1 Tbsp. finely minced garlic; 1/2 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes; 1 lb. medium sized shrimp, shelled and deveined; freshly ground pepper to taste; 24 whole basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry; 3 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley; 1 lb. green pasta; 3 Tbsp. butter

Servings: persons

18 cherrystone clams
4 qt. water
salt to taste
1/4 c. olive oil
1 Tbsp. finely minced garlic
1/2 tsp. dried hot red pepper flakes
1 lb. medium sized shrimp, shelled and deveined
freshly ground pepper to taste
24 whole basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry
3 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley
1 lb. green pasta
3 Tbsp. butter

1
Shuck clams and reserve juice.
2
Discard shells.
3
(Should have approximately 3/4 cup raw clams and 1 cup liquid.) Chop clams coarsely and set aside.
4
Bring water to a boil and salt to taste. Add pasta.
5
Cook 1 1/2 minutes after water returns to boil. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup water.
6
Heat oil in a heavy skillet and add garlic.
7
Cook briefly without browning.
8
Add pepper flakes, shrimp, salt and pepper.
9
Cook, stirring shrimp and shaking skillet for about 1 minute.
10
Add clams.
11
Cook about 15 seconds. Add basil leaves and parsley.
12
Stir to blend and remove from heat. Pour pasta into a kettle and add reserved clam juice.
13
Heat thoroughly.
14
Add reserved water and butter.
15
Pour shrimp and clam mix into pasta; toss to blend.
16
Serve immediately.

883

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 cherrystone clams, 4 qt. water, salt to taste, 1/4 c. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Green Pasta With Shrimp And Clams 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!

Green Pasta With Shrimp And Clams

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Variations & substitutions

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