Shrimp and Mussels Pasta - Easy and Flavorful
This shrimp and mussels pasta is a seafood lover's dream. A simple yet elegant dish made with fresh shellfish, aromatic garlic, and a light, savory sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
- ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup white wine
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup seafood broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant.
- Add the mussels and white wine. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until mussels open. Discard any that do not open.
- Add shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and seafood broth. Cook until shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked spaghetti, butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.