Seafood and pasta are a match made in culinary heaven. The delicate flavors of seafood pair beautifully with the comforting texture of pasta, creating dishes that are both satisfying and elegant. Whether you’re a fan of shellfish or prefer your seafood on the lighter side, there’s a seafood pasta recipe out there for you. Here are seven delicious seafood pasta recipes that you can easily try at home:
1. Classic Lobster Mac and Cheese
Ingredients:
- Cooked lobster meat, chopped
- Elbow macaroni
- Cheddar, Gruyere, and Parmesan cheeses
- Butter, flour, and milk for the roux
- Breadcrumbs and paprika for topping
Instructions:
Cook the macaroni and set aside. Make a roux with butter and flour, then gradually add milk to create a thick sauce. Stir in the cheeses until melted. Combine the sauce with the macaroni and lobster meat. Transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs and paprika, and bake until golden and bubbly.
2. Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
Ingredients:
- Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Linguine
- Garlic, white wine, and lemon juice
- Butter and olive oil
- Parsley and red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the linguine according to package instructions. In a pan, sauté garlic in olive oil, then add shrimp and cook until pink. Deglaze the pan with white wine and lemon juice. Add cooked pasta to the pan and toss with butter, parsley, and red pepper flakes.
3. Creamy Garlic Scallop Spaghetti
Ingredients:
- Scallops
- Spaghetti
- Heavy cream and Parmesan cheese
- Garlic and butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Cook spaghetti and set aside. Sear scallops in a hot pan with butter and garlic. Remove scallops and add cream and Parmesan to the pan, stirring until a smooth sauce forms. Toss the spaghetti in the sauce, then top with scallops and parsley.
4. Crab Linguine with Chili and Parsley
Ingredients:
- Cooked crab meat
- Linguine
- Fresh red chili and garlic
- Olive oil and lemon zest
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Cook linguine and set aside. In a pan, sauté garlic and chili in olive oil. Add crab meat and lemon zest, then toss with the cooked pasta. Garnish with parsley before serving.
5. Mussels Marinara with Spaghetti
Ingredients:
- Fresh mussels, cleaned
- Spaghetti
- Marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Garlic and red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
Cook spaghetti and set aside. In a large pot, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes, then add marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Add mussels, cover, and cook until they open. Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, then serve topped with fresh basil.
6. Salmon Fettuccine Alfredo
Ingredients:
- Cooked salmon, flaked
- Fettuccine
- Heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese for the Alfredo sauce
- Garlic and black pepper
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions:
Cook fettuccine and set aside. In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add cream and simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan and black pepper. Toss the pasta in the sauce, then gently fold in the salmon. Garnish with dill before serving.
7. Clam Linguine in White Wine Sauce
Ingredients:
- Canned or fresh clams
- Linguine
- White wine and clam juice
- Garlic, butter, and olive oil
- Red pepper flakes and parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Cook linguine and set aside. In a pan, sauté garlic in olive oil and butter. Add clams, white wine, and clam juice, and simmer until the clams open (discard any that don’t). Toss the pasta in the sauce and garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes.
These seafood pasta recipes offer a variety of flavors and textures that are sure to please any palate. Whether you’re in the mood for something creamy, spicy, or light, there’s a dish here for you. But first, make sure you have the right ingredients. Look through our shop at Cape Porpoise Lobster Co. to get started.
