Fresh CA Seafood Spaghetti with Pinot Gris

Recipe Date: January 12, 2023
Serving Size: 4
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Measurements: Imperial (US)

This is one of our favorite recipes for Winter on the California Coast. A warm and filling dish with fresh flavors and bright colors that satisfies your craving for cold-weather comfort food while still matching the energy of a sunny California winter’s day. And anyway, who said white wine is only for the summer?

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 shallots, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups dry white wine
  • 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 pounds of washed clams
  • 1 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper
  • 2 cups of arugla

Directions

  1. Bring large pot of water to boil, add spaghetti pasta. Cook until al dente, stirring occasionally (8-10 minutes) and drain.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic. Cook until tender but not brown (4-5 minutes). Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for one minute.
  3. Add wine, shrimp, clams, and bring liquid to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until shrimp are pink and clams have opened (approximately 7 minutes).
  5. Add spaghetti to the seafood mixture. Add salt & pepper and stir to combine.
  6. Top with arugula, stir gently and serve immediately.