Ingredients:
- 10 oz (300g) spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz (115g) shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 8 oz (226g) Manila clams
- 4 oz (115g) scallops
- 1 can (28 oz/800g) whole peeled tomatoes (for tomato sauce)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar or brown sugar
- Italian parsley, chopped for garnishing
Preparation:
Start by cooking the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Next, blend the entire can of whole peeled tomatoes in a blender or food processor to create a smooth tomato sauce. Set the sauce aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp, Manila clams, and scallops to the skillet, stirring to combine with the garlic. Cook the seafood until it’s almost done, about 3-4 minutes. Pour in the prepared tomato sauce and add the chopped basil. Season with salt and a teaspoon of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the seafood and tomato sauce. Garnish with chopped Italian parsley and serve immediately. This easy seafood pasta is perfect for a quick, flavorful meal that feels like a gourmet treat!
Enjoy this Italian-inspired seafood pasta with your loved ones and savor the rich flavors of the sea combined with the simplicity of a classic pasta dish.