Ingredients

  • 250 g spaghetti
  • 200 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 200 g calamari, sliced into rings
  • 200 g mussels, cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red chili deseeded and finely chopped
  • 400 g can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
  • zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped red chili, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp, calamari, and mussels to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and the mussels begin to open.
  5. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and sprinkle in the dried oregano. Stir to combine, and let simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it up. Toss everything together until the spaghetti is well coated with the sauce and seafood.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest for a fresh, bright flavor.
  8. Divide the seafood spaghetti among plates or bowls, garnishing each serving with freshly chopped parsley.

💡 Chef's Notes

Add more chili for extra heat if desired.

Recipe by Sarah - Recipe Creator & Food Blogger