Ziti Rigati With Flounder and Clams Recipe

Name: Ziti Rigati With Flounder and Clams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 quarts water; 8 ounces ziti rigati; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 ½ cups canned chopped tomatoes with juice; 2 cups tomato sauce; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup canned clams, drained and liquid reserved; 12 lb flounder fillets, cut into 3/4 inch cubes; cooking spray

Servings: persons

4 quarts water
8 ounces ziti rigati
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 ½ cups canned chopped tomatoes with juice
2 cups tomato sauce
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup canned clams, drained and liquid reserved
12 lb flounder fillets, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
cooking spray

1
Cook the pasta in the water until cooked but still firm.
2
Drain and put aside.
3
Using some cooking spray in a non-stick pan saute the onions and garlic until they are just tender.
4
Add the tomatoes and juice, tomato juice, parsley, lemon peel, basil, and cayenne.
5
Bring it to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 25 minutes.
6
Stir in the fish and clams and bring it up to a boil.
7
As soon as it boils reduce the heat, cover it, and let it simmer for 5 minutes or until the fish is cooked.
8
Toss the pasta with the sauce and serve.

132

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

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: 4 quarts water, 8 ounces ziti rigati, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Ziti Rigati With Flounder 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!

Ziti Rigati With Flounder and Clams

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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