Embark on a culinary journey to the shores of Italy with Linguine ai Frutti di Mare, a seafood extravaganza that tantalizes the taste buds and transports you to the heart of the Mediterranean. Dive into a symphony of flavors as succulent shrimp, tender calamari, and plump mussels mingle with sweet scallops and briny clams, all enveloped in a luscious tomato sauce that captures the essence of the sea. This delectable dish is a true testament to the bounty of the ocean, offering a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Insalata Caprese, featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, and a classic Tiramisu, a coffee-infused dessert that provides a sweet ending to your Italian feast. Get ready to indulge in a culinary celebration that celebrates the beauty of fresh seafood and the vibrant flavors of Italy.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
LINGUINE AI FRUTTI DI MARE
Wake up your taste buds with this lowfat recipe. It is sure to satisfy - and provide a spicy kick!
Provided by Lesley Porcelli
Categories Fish Garlic Herb Pasta Shellfish Tomato Low Fat Dinner Healthy Self Christmas Eve Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Boil water in a large pot. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Cook garlic until it sizzles. Add red pepper flakes to taste; cook 1 minute. Add wine and clams; cover. Raise heat to medium-high; cook 5 minutes. Add linguine to boiling water. Cook until al dente. Uncover sauté pan; simmer 1 minute more. Add tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Add rest of seafood. Cook, stirring, until clams and mussels open, about 3 minutes. Toss with linguine. Add parsley; toss. Divide among 4 bowls.
LINGUINE AI FRUTTI DI MARE (LINGUINE WITH FRUIT OF THE SEA)
This is possibly my most favorite food. It is spicy, succulent, and comforting - down to the very last linguine noodle! I've had many versions of this, and sometimes leave out the mussels, since I don't always like their taste/texture. You can also find canned clams, but you should really wash them thoroughly, as they will be very salty!
Provided by Indigo
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Boil water in a large pot.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat, and sauté garlic until it sizzles.
- Add red pepper flakes to taste; cook 1 minute.
- Add wine and clams (in shell or from can, after rinsing); cover. Increase heat to med-high; cook 5 minutes.
- Now it's time to boil the linguine! Cook until al dente. Uncover sauté pan; simmer 1 minute more.
- Add tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add shrimp, calamari, scallops, and mussels (if using). Cook, stirring, until clams and mussels open, about 3 minutes. Toss with linguine. Add parsley; toss.
- Serve very hot!
SPAGHETTI AI FRUTTI DI MARE
Make and share this Spaghetti Ai Frutti Di Mare recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MsPia
Categories Spaghetti
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the octopus:
- Put octopus in a pressure cooker with water, bay leaf, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and seal pressure cooker with lid, then cook at high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions 10 minutes.
- Put pressure cooker in sink (do not remove lid) and run cold water over lid until pressure goes down completely. Remove lid. Transfer octopus to a cutting board, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Cut off and discard head, then cut tentacles into 1-inch pieces.
- Prepare the tomato sauce:
- Simmer tomatoes with their juice, basil, and olive oil in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, uncovered, stirring and mashing tomatoes occasionally, until thick and reduced to about 3/4 cup, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Prepare the basil puree:
- Puree basil, olive oil, butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender, scraping down side as necessary, until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl.
- Prepare the pasta and seafood:
- Cook spaghetti in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until 'al dente'.
- Meanwhile, puree garlic and olive oil in cleaned blender until smooth.
- Heat a dry 12-inch heavy skillet (not nonstick) over high heat until hot, 2 to 3 minutes. Add olive oil mixture, then immediately add octopus, shrimp, and mussels and saute, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are browned on edges and mussels begin to open, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and reserved octopus-cooking liquid and cook, stirring, until mussels just open wide and shrimp are just cooked through, about 2 minutes more (discard any unopened mussels). Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain pasta and return to pot.
- Add squid to hot seafood in skillet, stirring to combine, then add to hot pasta and toss to combine (squid will cook as it is being tossed). Serve drizzled with all of basil puree.
- Notes: If you do not have a pressure cooker, octopus can be simmered in a 4-quart pot with bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 4 cups water, covered, turning occasionally, until tender, 1 to 1 and 1/2 hours.
- Octopus can be cooked 1 day ahead and chilled, uncovered, until cool, then covered.
- Tomato sauce can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
Tips:
- Use fresh seafood: The quality of your seafood will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for seafood that is firm and has a fresh, briny smell.
- Don't overcook the seafood: Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of the sauce, so make sure it's flavorful. You can use a store-bought fish stock or make your own by simmering fish bones and vegetables in water.
- Add some acidity: A little acidity will help to brighten up the flavors in the dish. You can add lemon juice, white wine, or even a splash of vinegar.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish. Try using parsley, basil, or oregano.
Conclusion:
Linguine ai frutti di mare is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's a great way to use up leftover seafood, and it's also a great dish to serve to company. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a restaurant-quality linguine ai frutti di mare at home.
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