Red Clam Linguine (Linguine Con Le Vongole Al Sugo)
Delight in this traditional Neapolitan dish, where succulent littleneck clams are simmered in a savory tomato and herb sauce, then tossed with al dente linguine. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil, this dish is a true taste of Italy.
Ingredients
For Red Clam Linguine | |
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| 1/4 | cup extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 | littleneck clams, scrubbed well |
| 4 | garlic cloves, chopped |
| 1 | large shallot, minced |
| 2 | anchovy fillets, chopped |
| 1 | whole tomatoes, coarsely chopped (preferably San Marzano) |
| 1 | teaspoon dried basil |
| 1/2 | teaspoon dried oregano |
| 1 | crushed red pepper flakes, to taste |
| 1 | lb linguine |
| freshly chopped basil, for garnish | |
Instructions
For Preparing Clams | |
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| 1. | Let the clams soak in very cold water with a teaspoon of salt and the juice of one lemon for about 30 minutes to remove any sand or grit. |
| 2. | Scrub the outer shells of the littleneck clams well with a vegetable brush. |
For Linguine and Sauce | |
| 1. | Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil for the linguine. |
| 2. | In a pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. |
| 3. | Sauté shallots and crushed red pepper until shallots are softened. |
| 4. | Add chopped garlic and anchovies, sauté until anchovies melt into the oil without letting garlic get too dark. |
| 5. | Carefully add chopped tomatoes with their liquid, sprinkle in dried basil and oregano. |
| 6. | Cover, reduce heat, and simmer sauce until clams and linguine are ready. |
| 7. | Add littleneck clams to the simmering sauce, stir well, and cover. |
| 8. | Salt the boiling pasta water, add linguine, and cook until al dente. |
| 9. | As clams open, remove them to a bowl and cover until all clams are cooked. |
| 10. | Drain pasta, transfer to a serving bowl, top with tomato sauce, and toss with fresh basil. |
| 11. | Add cooked clams over the pasta, still in their shells, before serving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 508.4 kcal |
| Protein | 31.1 g |
| Fat | 12.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 67.7 g |
| Fiber | 4.3 g |
| Sugar | 5.2 g |
Published on Aug 08, 2024 by Luminița