Gnocchi with Garlicky Red Clam Sauce
Indulge in the comforting yet elegant flavors of Gnocchi with Garlicky Red Clam Sauce, a seafood lover's dream dinner! This dish marries fluffy potato gnocchi with a bold tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, white wine, and a hint of crushed red pepper for subtle heat. Sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes and tender clams take center stage, creating a symphony of bright and briny flavors. Finished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party dish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is as simple as it is satisfying, making it a must-try for fans of seafood pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Potato gnocchi
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 10 oz Canned whole clams, drained with juice reserved
- 0.5 cup White wine
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the potato gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, taking care not to burn the garlic.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook until they begin to soften and release their juices, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the reserved clam juice, white wine, and tomato paste. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes to thicken slightly and develop the flavors.
Add the drained clams to the sauce and stir gently to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the clams through.
If the sauce looks too thick, add a splash of the reserved gnocchi cooking water to achieve your desired consistency.
Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
Sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.6 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 5908 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.5 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 983 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 50.9 mg | 283% | |
| Potassium | 2301 mg | 49% | |
*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.
