Italian Style White Clam Sauce with Linguine
Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Italy with this Italian Style White Clam Sauce with Linguine—a seafood lover's dream! Tender linguine is coated in a luscious, garlicky white wine and clam broth sauce, enriched with extra-virgin olive oil, butter, and a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat. Fresh clams take center stage, steaming to perfection as they infuse the sauce with their briny essence. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon add a bright, herbaceous finish to this elegant yet easy-to-make dish. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is a celebration of bold Mediterranean flavors done simply. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a must-try for pasta and seafood enthusiasts alike!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Linguine
- 2 pounds Fresh clams, scrubbed
- 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 1 cup Clam juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 wedges Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Step 2
In a large, deep skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to bubble.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Pour in the white wine and clam juice. Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
Add the cleaned clams to the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until all the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.
Step 6
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Stir in the fresh parsley.
Step 7
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 8
Serve the linguine hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Provide lemon wedges on the side for a splash of brightness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1865.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2620.2 |
| Total Fat 76.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 617.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3892.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 171.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 258.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 985.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 135.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6509.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories