Seafood Pasta – Immaculate Bites

What’s the Best Seafood for Seafood Pasta?

For this recipe, I chose shrimp and scallops. They are two of my favorites because they require less work than other sea creatures. The clams and mussels will get you hooked. I’m calling you; but aim for 1.5 pounds of seafood.

recipe ingredients

1. pasta – Spaghetti is mentioned in the recipe, but long pastas such as fettuccine or angel hair pasta are also fine.
2. seafood – Shrimp and scallops are mildly sweet and very easy to prepare, but use your favorites for a delicious seafood dinner.
3. seasoning – Thyme, Creole seasoning (homemade and unsalted!), and fresh lemon bring out the flavor of the seafood.
4. butter and oil – Two key ingredients for sautéing and general flavor enhancement.
5. sauce – Onions, garlic and bell peppers are all the veggies you need for this easy pasta.

how to make seafood pasta

cook pasta

• cook pasta – Boil the spaghetti in a large pot according to package directions.
• Preparation vegetable – While the spaghetti is boiling, chop the onions and peppers and mince the garlic.
• drain Spaghetti and set it aside.

cook seafood

• Seafood preparation – Lightly season shrimp and scallops with Creole seasoning. Then heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. (photo1)
• Sauté – Add shrimp and scallops (together or separately, whichever you prefer) and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp is pink and beginning to curl. (Photos 2-5)
• set aside – Remove the shrimp and scallops from the pan and transfer to a plate.

make pasta sauce

• Sauté vegetable – Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, followed by the onion, garlic, thyme and peppers. Sauté ingredients for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. (Photos 6-7)
• addition liquid – Then pour chicken stock, diced tomatoes and lemon juice. (Photos 8-9)
• simmer – Cook for about 1 minute and season with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning. Also add red pepper flakes if desired. 💥 (Photo 10)

Assemble seafood pasta

• pasta and sauce ・Put the drained pasta in a frying pan and mix with the sauce. (Photos 11-12)
• seafood – Then add the shrimp and scallops back to the pan and mix gently to combine. Please adjust the seasoning to your liking.
• Last stretch – Finally, turn off the heat and let some of the sauce soak for a few minutes.
• serve Serve warm and garnish with lemon wedges and pepper flakes if you like it spicy.

recipe variations

1. Replace protein. Chicken, pork, and beef all go great with pasta.
2. Use different pasta. I recommend the long pasta, but you can use anything (penne, rigatoni, etc.).
3. Make it creamy. To create a creamier version of this pasta, add his 1/2 cup of heavy cream as you finish the sauce. You can omit the tomatoes if you want a simple, creamy lemon sauce.

tips and tricks

1. Scallops just need to be seared for a few minutes on both sides. How do you know they’re done? If they feel mushy they still need to be cooked. . Perfectly cooked scallops are slightly firm but springy. It takes a little practice, but you’ll get the hang of it! 😉
2. Also, while we’re talking about scallops, be sure to rinse and pat dry before baking.
3. Make the pasta al dente! Pasta that is overcooked is chewy, and when mixed with the sauce, it becomes even more messy.
4. For quick-fix broth, mix ½ cup spaghetti water, ½ cup regular water, and ½ to 1 teaspoon chicken broth.

advance instructions

Now you can make pasta the day beforestore the pasta and sauce separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Add a little more broth to the sauce if needed to prevent burning.

How to eat and store

Serve this recipe fresh and piping hot for maximum deliciousness. refrigerate Leftover seafood pasta in an airtight container up to 3 daysThen zap in the microwave or reheat on the stovetop over medium heat (as above).

FAQ

Compatibility with seafood pasta

This dish can be served on its own, wedge salad again Bacon-wrapped asparagusIt also goes well with white wine, so it is especially recommended if you want to enjoy a more gorgeous taste.

Oh, and one more thing, definitely accompany this (and other pasta dishes). red lobster cheddar biscuitsIt’s super easy to make and gives your meal a real restaurant feel. 👩‍🍳

Delicious Seafood Recipes to Try

1. seafood paella
2. Shrimp Etouffee
3. grilled lobster tail
4. crab bisque
5. Jamaican Curry Shrimp
6. Southern Seafood Boil

Conclusion

There it is! Enjoy fancy and delicious seafood pasta from the comfort of your own home. Do you have a favorite fancy seafood dish that you make at home from time to time? Tell us what it is! 💕