Delicious Seafood Pasta Recipes to Try Tonight

Seafood pasta is a classic dish that combines the best of both worlds – the rich flavors of creamy pasta and the fresh taste of seafood. There are countless variations of seafood pasta recipes out there, but I’ve rounded up a few of my favorites for you to try tonight. These recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and comforting meal.

Linguine with Shrimp and Lemon

Ingredients:
– 8 oz linguine
– 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:
1. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the shrimp. Toss to combine.
5. Pour in the lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
6. Serve the linguine with shrimp garnished with chopped parsley.

Cooking tip: Be sure not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough and chewy. Cook them just until they turn pink and opaque.

Creamy Seafood Alfredo

Ingredients:
– 8 oz fettuccine
– 1 lb mixed seafood (such as shrimp, scallops, and crab meat)
– 2 tbsp butter
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:
1. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the mixed seafood to the skillet and cook until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
5. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the seafood alfredo sauce. Toss to combine.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking tip: Don’t skimp on the heavy cream in this recipe – it’s what gives the sauce its rich and creamy texture. If you prefer a lighter sauce, you can substitute half and half or milk.

Spicy Arrabbiata Seafood Pasta

Ingredients:
– 8 oz penne pasta
– 1 lb mixed seafood (such as mussels, clams, and squid)
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil, chopped

Instructions:
1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the mixed seafood to the skillet and cook until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour in the diced tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
5. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the seafood arrabbiata sauce. Toss to combine.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with chopped basil before serving.

Cooking tip: For an extra kick of heat, you can add extra red pepper flakes to the sauce. Adjust the amount according to your preference.

These delicious seafood pasta recipes are perfect for a cozy night in or a dinner party with friends and family. They’re easy to make and packed full of flavor, making them a surefire hit with everyone at the table. Give them a try tonight and enjoy a taste of the sea in every bite!
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