Linguine With Peppery White Clam Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 10

Linguine With Peppery White Clam Sauce, a seafood-based meal perfect for pasta lovers

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

542

Sugar

Fat

22g

Linguine With Peppery White Clam Sauce is a popular dish that originated in Italy and is enjoyed all over the world. The dish is quite simple, yet it's so delicious. The sauce is made with olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, and minced clams, and the pasta is cooked until al dente. The lightness of the dish makes it perfect for a summer dinner or lunch.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente.
2.	In a separate large pan, heat up the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
3.	Add in the minced clams (with juice) and stir well. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
4.	Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked linguine to the pan with the clam sauce. Add in the pasta cooking liquid, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
5.	Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until well combined.

PROS

This meal is a great source of protein and is ideal for seafood lovers.
The combination of flavors is simply amazing, and the pasta is cooked perfectly to al dente.

As it is easy and quick to make, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or last-minute guests.

CONS

If the pasta gets overcooked, it can become quite sticky.
It’s important to use a large pot and plenty of water to prevent this from happening.

The clams used in the recipe can be a bit tough and chewy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The clams in this dish are an excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, and Omega-3 fatty acids. The Omega-3 fatty acids in clams help to reduce inflammation in the body and are good for maintaining healthy joints. They are also very low in saturated fat.

	1/4 cup olive oil
	2 garlic cloves , minced
	1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
	1 can minced clams with juice
	1 lb linguine
	1/4 cup pasta cooking liquid
	1 lemon , juice of
	2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley