Spaghetti With Seafood Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghetti With Seafood Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 225 g spaghetti; 2 1/2 cups tomato sauce, passata; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 cups shrimp, cooked, peeled; 1 1/2 cups clams, canned; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; salt & pepper; 4 whole shrimp, cooked, to garnish

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
225 g spaghetti
2 1/2 cups tomato sauce, passata
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups shrimp, cooked, peeled
1 1/2 cups clams, canned
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper
4 whole shrimp, cooked, to garnish

1
Heat the oil in a pan and add the onion and garlic. Fry over a moderate heat for 6-7 minutes, until the onions have softened.
2
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pan of boiling salted water for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Stir the passata, tomato puree, oregano, bay leaf and sugar into the onions and season well.
3
Bring to the boil, then simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4
Add the shellfish, lemon juice and 2 Tbsp of the parsley.
5
Stir well, then cove r and cook for 6-7 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, drain the spaghetti when it is ready and add the butter to the pan.
7
Return the drained spaghetti to the pan and toss in the butter.
8
Season well.
9
Divide the spaghetti among four warmed plates and top with the seafood sauce. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 Tbsp parsley, garnish with whole prawns and serve immediately.

418

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, 225 g spaghetti, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti With Seafood Sauce 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.

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Spaghetti With Seafood Sauce

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