Seafood Scampi Recipe
Clams, Shrimp and Mussels, in a scampi sauce, served over pasta with pieces of halibut and salmon and garlic bread.
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Pasta
Scampi Sauce
Garlic Bread
Method
Prepare Seafood
- 1
Clean Shellfish
Rinse clams and mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any debris.
- 2
Steam Shellfish
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add clams and mussels; cover and steam until they open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any that do not open.
- 3
Add Shrimp
In the last minute of steaming, add shrimp to the pot to cook them quickly.
- 4
Set Aside Seafood
Remove seafood from pot and set aside. Keep the cooking liquid for later use.
- 5
Prepare Fish
Cut halibut and salmon into bite-sized pieces.
Cook Pasta
- 6
- 7
Drain Pasta
Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Make Scampi Sauce
- 8
Heat Oil and Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and butter until melted.
- 9
Sauté Garlic
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 10
Add Wine and Seasonings
Pour in white wine and bring to a simmer. Add lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- 11
Combine Seafood and Sauce
Add cooked seafood (clams, mussels, shrimp, halibut, and salmon) to the sauce and stir gently to combine.
- 12
Adjust Sauce Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 13
Finish Sauce
Stir in fresh parsley just before serving.
Prepare Garlic Bread
- 14
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 15
Make Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley until well combined.
- 16
- 17
Bake Garlic Bread
Place the baguette halves on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Combine and Serve
- 18
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Toss the cooked pasta with the seafood scampi sauce until well coated.
- 19
Serve
Serve the seafood scampi over the pasta with a side of garlic bread.