Spaghetti Frutti di Mare Recipe

Name: Spaghetti Frutti di Mare
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups crushed tomatoes; 1/2 tsp crushed hot red pepper; 1 lb (450g) mussels, scrubbed; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1/2 lemon, sliced; 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 lb (450g) baby squid, cleaned, tubes sliced into rings; 3 tbsp chopped parsley; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

3 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups crushed tomatoes
1/2 tsp crushed hot red pepper
1 lb (450g) mussels, scrubbed
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 lemon, sliced
12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb (450g) baby squid, cleaned, tubes sliced into rings
3 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
3
While the water is coming to a boil, prepare the sauce.
4
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
5
Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 34 minutes, or until softened.
6
Add the crushed tomatoes and hot pepper.
7
Simmer for 1 minute.
8
Keep warm.
9
Meanwhile, combine the mussels, wine, and lemon in a large saucepan.
10
Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
11
Cook for 34 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mussels have opened.
12
Transfer the seafood to a bowl, discarding any unopened shells.
13
Strain the liquid through a fine sieve into the tomato sauce, discarding the lemons.
14
Reserve a few mussels in their shells for garnish and remove the flesh from the remaining shells.
15
Simmer the sauce for 23 minutes, or until slightly reduced.
16
Add the shrimp and squid to the sauce and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring, until just opaque.
17
Add the reserved mussels to the sauce, stir in the parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
18
Drain the pasta thoroughly and return to the pan.
19
Add the seafood sauce and toss.
20
Transfer to deep bowls, topping each portion with a few mussels, and serve hot.

506

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Fat

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 cups crushed tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti Frutti di Mare falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Spaghetti Frutti di Mare

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Variations & substitutions

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