"Linguine alle vongole" is a classic Italian pasta dish that showcases the delicious flavors of fresh clams. The combination of sweet clams, briny seawater, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer white wine or tomato-based sauce, there are numerous variations of this dish to suit your palate. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to create the perfect "linguine alle vongole," ensuring that you can enjoy this delectable dish in the comfort of your own home.
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LINGUINE WITH CLAMS (LINGUINE CON LE VONGOLE)
A light sauce of white wine and tomatoes lets the seafood shine in this iconic Italian pasta dish.
Provided by Mario Batali
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In large pot over moderately high heat, combine 8 quarts of water to boil and salt. Bring to boil, then add linguine and cook to 1 minute short of al dente according to package directions (pasta should still be quite firm).
- Meanwhile, in large sauté pan over moderately high heat, heat 6 tablespoons extra- olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add garlic and sauté until just golden, about 30 seconds. Add clams and 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes and sauté 1 minute. Add wine, tomatoes and juice, and 1/2 cup parsley and simmer, uncovered, just until clams open, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain linguine and add to pan. Simmer, tossing occasionally, until linguine is just tender, about 1 minute. If necessary, add some of reserved cooking water to keep moist. Remove from heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and extra-virgin olive oil, tossing to coat. Transfer to serving dish and serve immediately.
SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Pasta Valentine's Day Father's Day New Year's Eve Lunch Seafood Clam Mussel Summer Anniversary Christmas Eve Potluck Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring 3 quarts water to a boil in a 5 quart pot. Season lightly with salt; add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until about 2 minutes before tender. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
- Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, swirling pan often, until just golden. Add red pepper flakes and continue cooking 15 more seconds. Add wine, then clams; increase heat to high. Cover skillet and cook until clams open and release their juices, 3-6 minutes, depending on size of clams. As clams open, use tongs to transfer them to a bowl.
- Add 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water to skillet; bring to a boil. Add pasta to pan. Cook over high heat, tossing constantly, until pasta is al dente and has soaked up some of the sauce from the pan. Add clams and any juices from bowl to pan, along with parsley, and toss to combine. (Add more pasta water if sauce seems dry.) Transfer pasta to warm bowls and drizzle with remaining oil.
LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE
Linguine alle vongole (linguine with clams) in a delicious garlicky white wine sauce with a touch of red pepper flakes and parsley.
Provided by James
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta to "al dente" in a large pot of salted ( 2 Tbsp kosher salt per gallon) water. Chop or slice the garlic cloves. Finely chop the parsley. Chop 4 anchovies. Separate the canned baby clams from their juice, reserving both.
- In a large pan saute the garlic and anchovies on medium to medium-low heat in a 1/4 cup of olive oil. Cook until the garlic is golden and the anchovies are slightly dissolved (about 5-7 minutes).
- To the same pan add the clams and the 1/2 cup of white wine. Turn heat to medium-high and cover. Remove clams as they open and set aside in a bowl tented with foil to keep warm.
- After all the clams have opened (discard any that do not open after 7-10 minutes) add the parsley, reserved clam juice, 1/4 cup of pasta water and the 1/2 tsp of red pepper flakes. Let the sauce thicken slightly for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the al dente pasta to the sauce and turn heat to medium. Thoroughly coat the pasta with the sauce for 1 minute. Add the baby clams to the pasta to heat them through. Taste test and adjust salt and hot pepper levels if required.
- Finally add the whole clams to the pasta and mix once more. Turn the heat off and drizzle a few tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil on top. If more sauce is needed just add a few ounces of pasta water at a time to get the perfect consistency. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 719 kcal, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Protein 40.3 g, Fat 30.9 g, Cholesterol 208 mg, Sodium 730 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE
Steps:
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then saute pancetta, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and saute, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in clams, broth, wine, and chiles and boil, covered until clams open, about 4 to 5 minutes (discard any clams that do not open after 6 minutes). If using whole chiles, remove with a slotted spoon and discard.
- While clams are cooking, cook pasta in a 6-quart pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente. Drain in a colander, then add to clams and simmer, stirring, 30 seconds.
- Toss pasta with parsley and drizzle with remaining 5 tablespoons oil.
LINGUINE ALLA VONGOLE
This is one of my very favorite Italian pasta dishes. I serve it with crusty french bread for dipping in the sauce, with a side salad of baby mixed lettuces, spinach, and grape tomatoes. The recipe is from my late mother's collection. :) Very quick and easy to prepare, using canned chopped clams.
Provided by Irishcolleen
Categories European
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in saucepan and simmer on low for about 2 minutes. Add butter. When butter is melted, add garlic and let simmer for another 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and heat thoroughly, but do not allow to boil, because clams will get tough. Serve over hot linguine with freshly ground black pepper. I also like a little grated parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Use fresh clams: Fresh clams are essential for the best flavor. Look for clams that are tightly closed and have a briny smell.
- Purge the clams: Purging the clams helps to remove any sand or grit. To do this, place the clams in a bowl of cold water and let them sit for 30 minutes. Stir the clams occasionally to help them expel any sand.
- Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality oil. Look for an extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity flavor.
- Don't overcook the clams: Clams cook quickly, so it's important not to overcook them. Otherwise, they will become tough and chewy.
- Serve immediately: Linguine alle vongole is best served immediately after it is cooked. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become soggy if you let it sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Linguine alle vongole is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make. With its briny clams, flavorful sauce, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give linguine alle vongole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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