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This dish is the epitome of coastal Atalavi cuisine, which is made up of very fresh and vibrant ingredients.Made with tender tubettini pasta mixed with juicy clams and mussels, it is very fragrant and flavorful. The cherry tomatoes used in this add sweetness to the dish which enhances the taste. White wine and fragrant garlic add more flavor to this dish, while spicy chili peppers add spice.
CONTENT OF RECIPE
| Ingredients/ingredienti | 14 Oz Of Tubettini Pasta 4 Cloves Of Garlic 1 Red Chili Pepper 1 Cup of Dry White Wine 1.1 Lbs Of Clams 1.1 Lbs of Mussels 1 Cup Of Cherry Tomatoes Extra Virgin Olive Oil (As Needed) Salt (To Taste) Fresh Parsley, Chopped (As Required) Fresh Basil (As Required) |
| Cooking Time/ Tempo di Cottura | 48 -54 Minutes |
| Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di Cottura | 212o F~100o C |
| Utensils/Utensili | Large Skillet Small Skillet Large Bowl Pot Strainer Serving Plate |
| Cooking Method/Metodo di Cottura | Stove |
METHOD
Step 1: Mussels cleansing. Step 2: First of all we will wash them well. Step 3: While washing it in running water, be sure to clean its impurity completely. Step 4: Clean the clams in a bowl of salted water for 30 minutes so that no dirt remains.Opening the Mussels
Step 5: First we will take a big pan. In this big pan, add olive oil and heat it. Then two cloves of crushed garlic and black pepper will be added. Step 6: Now add the clams and mussels to it. Cover and let it simmer on high heat for around seven to five minutes. Step 7: Add white wine to it and cook it well until the alcohol evaporates. Now we will remove the shellfish from the pan. Step 8: Strain the cooking liquid in it. Most of the time we will separate the shellfish shells but leave some for decoration.Preparing the Seasoning
Step 9: Now we will take another frying pan. Add extra virgin olive oil to the pan and heat it. Then the remaining two cloves of finely chopped garlic will be added to it. Step 10: Add halved cherry tomatoes in it and then cook it for five minutes on medium flame. Step 11: Add the remaining cooking liquid to the pan and let it season for a few minutes.Cook the Pasta
Step 12: We will cook the tubettini in salted water until it becomes soft and firm. Then take it out. Step 13: The next step is to add tubettini to the sauce and mix it thoroughly. Then add the shelled shellfish. Step 14: Now we will add chopped parsley and basil for taste. Then add salt as per requirement.Serve:
Step 15: Garnish tubettini with shellfish and a drizzle of olive oil.
Suggestion
Make sure that the shellfish is fresh and of good quality. Do not add too much salt as the cooking liquid of the sailfish is already very salty. For finishing touch you can sprinkle some freshly ground black pepper if you like.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How to eat clams and mussels in pasta?
Eat as any other pasta. Hold the shell with one hand and use a fork to eat with the other.
How long are mussels and clams good for?
Mussels can be stored for 3-4 days. Shellfish (not closed shells) can be stored for three to four days.
What are clams and mussels good for?
Shellfish are low in calories. It is rich in protein and a useful source of healthy omega-3 fats. It is an ideal diet for weight management.
Can you reheat pasta with clams?
You can reheat it in the microwave with one tablespoon of butter and one tablespoon of white wine.
Where did pasta with clams come from?
It is a traditional dish that originates from the coastal regions of southern Italy, especially Campania and Naples.