Seafood Linguine with White Wine (Print Version)

Tender shrimp, clams, and mussels with linguine in a fragrant white wine and garlic sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 7 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 9 oz fresh clams, scrubbed
03 - 9 oz fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded

→ Pasta

04 - 14 oz dried linguine

→ Sauce

05 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
06 - 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
07 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
08 - ½ tsp red pepper flakes
09 - ¾ cup dry white wine
10 - 1 cup fish or chicken stock
11 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
12 - Zest of ½ lemon
13 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

15 - 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
16 - Lemon wedges

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine until just al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
02 - Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot; sauté until fragrant and soft, about 2 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if using.
03 - Increase heat to medium-high. Add shrimp and sauté for 1 minute per side until just turning pink. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
04 - Add clams and mussels to the skillet. Pour in the white wine, cover, and cook for 3–4 minutes until shells begin to open. Discard any that do not open.
05 - Add stock, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes. Return the shrimp to the pan.
06 - Add cooked linguine, reserved pasta water, butter, lemon zest, and juice. Toss everything together over low heat until pasta is coated and seafood is heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Restaurant-quality Italian pasta ready in just 40 minutes
  • Packed with premium seafood: plump shrimp, tender clams, and sweet mussels
  • The fragrant white wine and garlic sauce perfectly coats every strand of linguine
  • Bright lemon zest and juice add a refreshing finish to balance the richness
  • Perfect for special occasions or an impressive weeknight dinner
02 -
  • Always scrub clams and mussels thoroughly under cold water before cooking
  • Discard any shellfish that don't open during cooking—these are not safe to eat
  • The reserved pasta water is crucial for creating a silky, emulsified sauce
  • Don't overcook the shrimp—they continue cooking when returned to the pan
  • Fresh lemon zest brightens the entire dish, so don't skip this finishing touch
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