Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds straight to the Italian coastline! This luxurious Pasta with Oysters and Shrimp is not just a meal—it's an experience that combines the delicate sweetness of fresh seafood with a velvety cream sauce that will make your dinner guests think you've trained in a Michelin-starred kitchen. Whether you're looking to impress a special someone or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality dish at home, this recipe promises to elevate your cooking game and create a memorable dining experience.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 400g fettuccine
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oysters, shucked
- 1/2 cup cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add cream. Gently stir and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the shucked oysters to the cream sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until they start to curl at the edges.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet. Toss everything together, using reserved pasta water if needed to create a smooth, silky sauce.
- Serve immediately in warm pasta bowls, ensuring each serving has an equal distribution of shrimp and oysters.
Tips
- Use the freshest seafood possible—look for shrimp that's firm and oysters that smell clean and briny.
- Don't overcook the seafood! Shrimp turns rubbery and oysters become tough if cooked too long.
- Reserved pasta water is your secret weapon—it helps create a silky, emulsified sauce.
- Always season each component of the dish, not just at the end.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal texture of the pasta and seafood.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of white wine to the cream sauce.
- Choose a high-quality olive oil and fresh garlic for the best possible flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 697kcal
Carbohydrates: 74g
Protein: 32g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 85mg
