Linguini Vongole Recipe
Clams, Fresh Tomato, Arugula, Garlic, White Wine Sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the clams
Rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Soak them in salted water for about 30 minutes, then rinse again and set aside.
- 2
Prep the ingredients
Chop the fresh tomatoes into small pieces and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside. Wash and dry the arugula.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the linguini
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the linguini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 4
Sauté garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 5
Add wine and clams
Pour in the dry white wine and add the rinsed clams to the skillet. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
- 6
Serving
- 7
Serve the dish
Serve the linguini vongole hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
