Fettuccine com Frutos do Mar

Fettuccine com Frutos do Mar is a delightful Brazilian pasta dish that combines the richness of fresh seafood with the comforting texture of fettuccine. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein, making it a perfect choice for seafood lovers.

Fettuccine com Frutos do Mar
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Brazilian
550 kcal

Ingredients

  • Fettuccine - 200 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
  • Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
  • Calamari - 100 grams, sliced
  • Mussels - 100 grams, cleaned
  • White wine - 100 ml
  • Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Stir in the shrimp, calamari, and mussels, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and the mussels open up.
  5. Pour in the white wine, allowing it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing everything together. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Carbs: 70 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from seafood, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.

Tags

BrazilianHigh ProteinPasta Dish