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Quick and Easy Clam Linguine Recipe

This Quick and Easy Clam Linguine Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Made with simple ingredients like garlic, olive oil, clams, and parsley, it's ready in under 30 minutes and full of fresh, savory flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g 14 oz linguine pasta
  • 500 g 1 lb fresh clams (or 2 cans, drained)
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup clam juice or seafood broth or water
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Save 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. Sauté garlic and chili flakes in olive oil for 1 minute over medium heat.
  3. Add clams and clam juice (or broth). If using fresh clams, cover and cook until they open (5–7 minutes). Discard any that stay closed.
  4. Toss in pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir well to coat.
  5. Season and garnish with salt, pepper, chopped parsley, and lemon juice.
  6. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.