Fire Pasta Recipe
Fettuccine loaded with mussels, white shrimp, clams, spinach, and basil, tossed in a spicy sambal sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Seafood
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Seafood Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Seafood
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add mussels, clams, and shrimp to the skillet. Cook until mussels and clams open and shrimp turn pink, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any unopened mussels or clams.
Combine Ingredients
- 3
Add Sauce and Vegetables
Stir in sambal oelek, red pepper flakes, spinach, and fresh basil. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to combine with the seafood and sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Serve
- 5
Plate the Fire Pasta
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional basil if desired. Enjoy!
