Seafood Marinara
Dive into the ocean's bounty with this irresistible Seafood Marinara, a classic Italian-inspired dish bursting with flavor. A medley of succulent fresh mussels, clams, shrimp, and tender calamari are simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs and a splash of dry white wine. Served over al dente spaghetti or linguine, this seafood pasta is a perfect marriage of hearty and elegant, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this restaurant-quality recipe is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional Parmesan for a touch of indulgence. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking for a taste of the Mediterranean, this dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.5 cups dry white wine
- 1 pound fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 pound fresh clams, scrubbed
- 12 pieces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 pounds calamari (squid), cleaned and sliced into rings
- 12 ounces dry spaghetti or linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to garnish grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Pour in the white wine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken and develop flavor.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Return to the sauce. Add the clams and mussels, stirring to coat them in the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 5 minutes, or until the shells begin to open.
Add the shrimp and calamari to the skillet. Stir gently, cover again, and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and the calamari is tender. Discard any clams or mussels that do not open.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Plate the cooked pasta on serving plates or a large platter. Spoon the seafood marinara sauce over the pasta, ensuring each portion has an ample amount of seafood.
Garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1433 mg | 478% | |
| Sodium | 6197 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 378.7 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 319.1 g | 638% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.5 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 1182 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 96.9 mg | 538% | |
| Potassium | 9045 mg | 192% | |
*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.
