Seafood Pasta Recipe: A Delectable Fusion of Ocean Flavours

Ever find yourself longing for the taste of the ocean in a single bite? A seafood pasta recipe is the perfect solution! Italian seafood dishes effortlessly blend the rich, savoury flavours of the sea with the comforting texture of pasta, making it a favourite for any dining agenda. 

Whether you want to host a dinner or plan a complete feast, this seafood pasta recipe list will transport your guests straight to a seaside trattoria. Ready to savour the flavours of the coast? Let's get started!

Spaghetti Fresh Seafood

Do you want to go beyond aglio e olio or carbonara? Add a touch of fresh seafood to your spaghetti. Here's a simple recipe:

Ingredients

• Fresh seafood
• Ripe tomatoes
• White wine
• Chilli (optional, for a bit of heat)
• Spaghetti
• Fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Recipe:

1. Clean and prepare the seafood, ensuring it's ready for cooking.
2. In a pan, sauté the tomatoes with white wine and chilli until the mixture is well-blended and fragrant.
3. Boil the spaghetti in salted water until it reaches an al dente texture.
4. Add the seafood to the sautéed mixture and then toss with the cooked spaghetti, ensuring everything is well combined.
5. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Tagliatelle Fresh Seafood

Tagliatelle is a long, flat pasta with a smooth and slightly chewy texture. When combined with fresh seafood, this seafood pasta dish absorbs the rich, savoury flavours of the ocean. Check out the recipe:

Ingredients:

• Fresh seafood
• Ripe tomatoes, diced
• White wine
• Chilli pepper (optional, for spice)
• Garlic
• Onion
• Fresh parsley
• Salt and black pepper
• Olive oil
• Tagliatelle (homemade or store-bought)
• Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Recipe:

1. If you are making homemade tagliatelle, follow your recipe to roll and cut the pasta. If you are using store-bought, cook according to the package instructions.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until soft and fragrant.
3. Add the fresh seafood to the skillet. Cook until the mussels or clams open up and the shrimp turns pink.
4. Pour the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes to cook off the alcohol. Add chopped tomatoes, chilli pepper, salt, and black pepper, and simmer until the seafood sauce thickens slightly.
5. Boil the tagliatelle in salted water until it becomes al dente. Drain, reserving a little pasta water.
6. Add the cooked tagliatelle to the seafood sauce. Toss everything together, using the reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce if needed.
7. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and add grated Parmesan before serving.

Potato Gnocchi Fresh Seafood

Craving something fresh and pillowy? Potato gnocchi with fresh seafood is the key answer. It combines the tender, fluffy texture of homemade gnocchi with the umami flavours of fresh seafood. Here's the recipe:

Ingredients:

• Fresh seafood
• Two large russet potatoes (about 1 pound)
• 1 cup gluten-free flour
• Two cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1-2 fresh red chilli peppers, finely chopped (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Olive oil
• Salt and black pepper

Recipe:

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   • Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
   • Pierce the potatoes using a fork and bake them for about 45 minutes or until soft.
   • Once slightly cooled, peel the potatoes and mash them until smooth.
   • Add a pinch of salt, then gradually incorporate the gluten-free flour, mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
   • Divide the dough into several sections, roll each into thin ropes, cut into small pieces, and shape with a fork.
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   • Boil a pot of salted water. Put the gnocchi in and cook until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
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   • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet and sauté the minced garlic until aromatic.
   • Add the fresh seafood and cook until it becomes opaque. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
   • Stir in the diced tomatoes and chilli peppers, add salt and black pepper, and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
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   • Add the cooked gnocchi to the seafood sauce, tossing gently to coat.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve right away.

Ricotta Gnocchi Fresh Seafood

Ricotta is a perfect match for gnocchi, adding a light and creamy texture that makes the pasta soft and delicate. Check out this ricotta gnocchi recipe with fresh seafood:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese (drained if too wet)
• 1 cup gluten-free flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Nutmeg (optional)
• Any sauces of your liking

Recipe:

• Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, gluten-free flour, and salt. If desired, add a pinch of nutmeg.
• Gently combine the ingredients until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
• Shape the Gnocchi: Divide the dough into several portions. Shape each portion into a long, thin rope by rolling it on a floured surface.
• Cut the ropes into small pieces and press each with a fork to create the traditional gnocchi shape.
• Cook the Gnocchi: Boil salted water in a pot. Drop the gnocchi into the boiling water.
• Cook until the gnocchi rises to the surface, usually within 2-3 minutes.
• Serve: Drain the gnocchi and serve with your favourite pasta sauce, such as a classic Napoli, hearty Bolognese, or a simple tomato sauce.

Penne Fresh Seafood

Penne is a versatile pasta known for its tubular shape and angled ends, making it ideal for capturing and holding sauces. The ridged surface of penne makes it perfect for dishes with rich, flavorful ingredients, like fresh seafood. Follow this recipe:

Ingredients:

• 400g penne pasta
• 300g fresh seafood (like shrimp and scallops)
• Two cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
• 1/2 cup white wine
• Two tablespoons of olive oil
• 1-2 red chilli peppers, chopped (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Recipe:

1. Cook the pasta by boiling the penne in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the fresh seafood to the skillet, cooking until it turns opaque. Pour in the white wine and simmer for a few minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and chopped chilli peppers, then season with salt and pepper.
5. Toss the cooked penne with the seafood sauce, ensuring the pasta is well-coated. Garnish with chopped parsley, and your penne fresh seafood is ready to be served!

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