Creamy garlic seafood pasta

Creamy garlic seafood pasta

4 servings
This seafood pasta with creamy garlic sauce is the perfect dinner recipe, whether you need to get dinner on the table fast or impress guests.

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • shrimp / prawns

    ½lb

    250 g
  • mussel meat )

    (approximately 500g with shells

    150 g
  • calamari tubes / squid heads
    150 g
  • butter
    2 tbsp
  • garlic cloves

    crushed

    4
  • chilli flakes
    ½ tsp
  • white wine
    ½ c
  • lemon juice
    1 tsp
  • cream
    1 c
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • parsley

    finely chopped

    ½ c
  • pasta

    cooked + 1 cup cooking water reserved

    500 g

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pan, add a splash of oil and allow to heat up.

  2. 2

    Season the seafood with salt and pepper then cook in batches until golden brown.

  3. 3

    The shrimp/prawns should take no more than a minute per side (depending on size) and the calamari and mussels will take only a few minutes to cook. Take care not to overcook the seafood as they will go tough and rubbery. Rather undercook slightly as it will cook a little more while being tossed with the sauce and pasta.

  4. 4

    Remove the seafood from the pan and set aside.

  5. 5

    In the same pan, melt the butter and add the garlic and chilli flakes. Cook until fragrant then pour in the lemon juice and wine.

  6. 6

    Bring to a simmer and allow to reduce by half.

  7. 7

    Pour in the cream and allow to come to a simmer. Allow to cook for 5 minutes or until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.

  8. 8

    Add the seafood (and any of its resting juices) and parsley and stir to combine.

  9. 9

    Toss the sauce with cooked pasta and a splash of the pasta cooking water and toss to coat the pasta. Serve sprinkled with parsley.

Creamy garlic seafood pasta

Creamy garlic seafood pasta

4.6(417)30 min4 servings454 cal

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About this Recipe

Searching for a dinner recipe that feels luxurious yet comes together in a flash? This creamy garlic seafood pasta delivers an impressive, restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen, perfect for weeknights or special occasions. What makes this seafood pasta so exceptional is the harmonious blend of fresh seafood—shrimp, mussels, and tender calamari—bathed in a rich, velvety garlic sauce. The delicate balance of white wine and a hint of lemon cuts through the creaminess, ensuring every bite is vibrant and satisfying, never heavy.You'll discover a truly delightful experience with this dish. Each forkful combines perfectly cooked pasta with succulent shrimp, mussels, and tender calamari, all coated in a lusciously smooth, garlic-infused cream sauce. The subtle warmth from chili flakes adds a pleasant kick without overwhelming the fresh flavors of the sea, while fresh parsley brightens the finish. This is a wonderfully approachable dish that tastes far more complex than its straightforward preparation suggests, ideal for bringing a touch of elegance to any dinner table.Feel free to adapt this creamy seafood pasta to your preferences. For a different protein, you could substitute scallops or a firm white fish. If you prefer, omit the white wine and deglaze with a splash of vegetable broth or a bit more lemon juice. For an extra pop of freshness, stir in some baby spinach just before serving.This creamy garlic seafood pasta is a fantastic choice for an elegant date night in, a celebratory dinner, or simply when you're craving something truly comforting and special. Serve it with a crusty baguette to sop up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

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