Pasta con Vongole Veraci

Pasta con Vongole Veraci is a delightful Italian dish featuring tender pasta paired with fresh, briny clams in a light garlic and olive oil sauce. This kosher version maintains the authentic flavors while being suitable for those who observe dietary laws.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 160 grams
• Fresh vongole (clams) - 500 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Soak the vongole in cold water for about 30 minutes to allow them to expel any sand.
2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
3. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
5. Add the soaked vongole to the skillet, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the clams open up.
6. Once the clams are open, add the lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to taste.
7. Drain the spaghetti, reserving a cup of pasta water, and add the spaghetti to the skillet with the clams.
8. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from clams, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from olive oil, supporting heart health.

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