Description
A rich and flavorful seafood pasta dish tossed in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a decadent dinner.
Ingredients
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- 200g spaghetti or fettuccine
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 150g scallops
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and scallops, season with salt and pepper, and cook until just opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, stir until melted and combined. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using.
- Return the seafood to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can substitute or add other seafood like mussels or squid.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the seafood to keep it tender and juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 195mg