FREGOLA WITH CLAMS

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You probably won't have to salt the sauce itself since the clams are so briny; taste right before serving.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Pasta     Dinner     Clam     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Diabetes-Friendly

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups fregola (about 10 ounces)
Kosher salt
1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine
24 littleneck clams, scrubbed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Cook fregola in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, 6-8 minutes; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1/2 cup oil in a Dutch oven or other large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Carefully add wine; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  • Add clams, cover, and cook, transferring clams to a bowl as they open (discard any that do not open), 6-8 minutes. Add fregola to cooking liquid in pot and cook, stirring, until fregola is tender and sauce is slightly thickened (there should still be plenty of liquid), about 2 minutes. Return clams to pot and cook until warmed through.
  • Divide fregola and clams among bowls, drizzle with oil, and top with parsley and lemon zest.

MOHAMMED RASEL
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This was the best fregola dish I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


ANUM Sheikh
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Ife Clarke
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This recipe was a great way to impress my guests. The dish was beautiful and delicious.


Stephanie Navarro
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This dish was a bit too expensive for my budget. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Habe Bi
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The fregola was a nice change from the usual pasta dishes I make.


Samuel Padua
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover clams. The dish was easy to make and very flavorful.


Aminur Haque
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I thought the sauce was a bit bland. I would add some more herbs and spices next time.


Lillie J
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This dish was a bit too time-consuming for a weeknight meal. I think I'll save it for a special occasion.


Akee Brow
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would make a few changes next time, but it was still a tasty dish.


Alieny Lara
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The clams were a bit gritty. I think I'll soak them in saltwater next time before cooking them.


Tamara Richards
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


HarryMaguire
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I'm not a huge fan of clams, but I loved this dish. The sauce was so flavorful and the fregola was a great addition.


Travis Mr.X
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Henric Brown music
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I added a little bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of a kick. It turned out great!


Nevaeh Chilson
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The fregola was a nice change from the usual pasta dishes I make. It was a great way to use up some leftover clams.


Md Ramjan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. My family loved the dish and I will definitely be making it again.


Shehriyar atta
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The clams were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and rich.


Tomiwa Kehinde
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors of the clams, white wine, and garlic were perfectly balanced. I loved the addition of the fregola, which gave the dish a nice chewy texture.