Spaghetti with Brooklyn Red Clam Sauce

Dive into the rich, coastal flavors of Spaghetti with Brooklyn Red Clam Sauce, a vibrant Italian-American classic that brings a taste of the sea to your table. This hearty dish features tender littleneck or Manila clams simmered in a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and a splash of dry white wine for depth. A touch of tomato paste and a pinch of sugar balance the acidity, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herby finish. Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in this velvety clam sauce, creating a dish bursting with savory and briny notes. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a centerpiece for your next gathering. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop, and watch it disappear from the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Spaghetti
• 2 pounds Clams (littleneck or Manila, scrubbed clean)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 5 Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup Dry white wine
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 3

Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Add the cleaned clams to the pan, cover tightly, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until all the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed.

Step 4

Remove the clams with a slotted spoon and set them aside. Reserve the liquid in the pan.

Step 5

To the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and sugar. Stir well to combine. Simmer the sauce on low heat for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the clams back into the sauce, along with the reserved pasta water and chopped parsley. Stir gently to coat the clams.

Step 7

Toss the cooked spaghetti in the skillet with the clam sauce, ensuring the pasta is well coated.

Step 8

Season with black pepper to taste, and adjust salt if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2434.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2825.2

Total Fat 70.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 608.3mg	0%
Sodium 4507.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 47.5g
Protein 275.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1267.5mg	0%
Iron 169.3mg	0%
Potassium 9599.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 39.6%

Carbs: 37.8%