Tomato Clam Shrimp Sauce
Dive into the rich, coastal flavors of our Tomato Clam Shrimp Sauce, a rustic seafood medley that's brimming with fresh ingredients and vibrant aromas. This recipe brings together succulent clams and tender shrimp, infused in a robust tomato base enriched with garlic, onion, and a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick. A splash of clam juice amplifies the briny, oceanic essence, while fresh parsley and basil add a burst of herby freshness. Perfect for serving over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread, this one-pot, 45-minute dish is an effortless way to elevate your weeknight meals with gourmet flair. Ideal for seafood lovers and Mediterranean cuisine enthusiasts, this Tomato Clam Shrimp Sauce is as comforting as it is elegant, making it a must-try addition to your recipe repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 cup clam juice
- 2 pounds fresh clams (in shell, scrubbed)
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
Sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes and stir for an additional 30 seconds.
Pour the canned whole peeled tomatoes into the pan, breaking them up with a wooden spoon or your hands. Stir to combine.
Add the clam juice to the tomato mixture and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Place the fresh clams into the pan, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the shrimp. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Stir in the chopped parsley and torn basil leaves. Season the sauce to taste with salt and black pepper.
Serve the Tomato Clam Shrimp Sauce immediately over pasta, rice, or crusty bread, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1383 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.0 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 328 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 34.6 mg | 192% | |
| Potassium | 1232 mg | 26% | |
*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.
