Linguini W/ Clams & Crispy Bread Crumbs Recipe

Name: Linguini W/ Clams & Crispy Bread Crumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste); fresh ground pepper; 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 dozen littleneck clams or 1 dozen cockles, scrubbed; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 lb linguine; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 ½ tablespoons finely grated mullet bottarga (see Note) (optional); 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons finely chopped thyme; 2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
fresh ground pepper
2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 dozen littleneck clams or 1 dozen cockles, scrubbed
1 cup dry white wine
1 lb linguine
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 ½ tablespoons finely grated mullet bottarga (see Note) (optional)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons finely chopped thyme
2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

1
In a medium skillet, combine the panko with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and toast over moderate heat, tossing, until golden, about 3 minutes.
2
Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a small bowl.
3
In a deep skillet, heat the remaining 1/4 cup of oil.
4
Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5
Add the clams and wine and simmer over moderately high heat until the wine is slightly reduced and the clams just start to open, about 4 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente.
7
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
8
Add the pasta, cooking water, lemon zest and juice, bottarga, red pepper and herbs to the clams and toss over moderately high heat until the pasta is well coated and the clams are completely open, 2 minutes.
9
Discard any clams that do not open.
10
Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with the toasted panko and serve.

287

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste), and more.

Yes, Linguini W/ Clams & Crispy Bread Crumbs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Linguini W/ Clams & Crispy Bread Crumbs

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Variations & substitutions

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