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Italian Seafood Spaghetti

Irresistible Italian Seafood Spaghetti for a Flavorful Feast

This Italian Seafood Spaghetti is a quick and easy recipe bursting with flavor, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood Medley
  • 1 lb Octopus Substitute with calamari or more shrimp if necessary.
  • 1 lb Shrimp Ensure shrimp are deveined and tails are left on.
  • 1 lb Mussels Rinse thoroughly before cooking and can be swapped with clams.
  • 0.5 lb Baby Squid Ensure squid is cleaned properly; additional shrimp may replace if needed.
For the Pasta Base
  • 1 lb Italian Spaghetti Any long pasta can work.
For the Flavorful Sauce
  • 28 oz Tomato Sauce (Canned Whole Tomatoes) Homemade sauce can also be made with fresh tomatoes.
  • 0.5 cup Basil Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Adjust according to preference.
  • 0.25 cup Olive Oil Enhances flavor during sautéing.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust quantity to suit personal taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust quantity to suit personal taste.

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker
  • medium saucepan
  • Large pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Authentic Italian Seafood Spaghetti
  1. Prepare the octopus by cooking in a pressure cooker with water, a bay leaf, and a pinch of salt for 10 minutes.
  2. Carefully chop the cooked octopus into small pieces and reserve the cooking liquid.
  3. Make the tomato sauce by simmering olive oil, canned tomatoes, basil, and salt in a medium saucepan for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes, and reserve some pasta water.
  5. Sauté minced garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds, then add octopus, shrimp, and mussels, cooking until shrimp are pink.
  6. Combine cooked seafood with tomato sauce and reserved cooking liquid, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add cleaned baby squid; cook for 1-2 minutes, then toss in the drained spaghetti.
  8. Serve garnished with fresh basil leaves, olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice to enhance flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, always choose fresh ingredients and be mindful of cooking times to avoid overcooking seafood.

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