Fregola with Clams

Ingredients

• 250g (8.8 oz) fregola pasta 250g (8.8 oz) fregola pasta
• 500g (1.1 lb) fresh clams 500g (1.1 lb) fresh clams
• 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white wine 1/2 cup white wine
• 1 cup vegetable or fish broth 1 cup vegetable or fish broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 2g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the fregola pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a separate large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the clams to the pot and pour in the white wine. Cover the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the clams have opened.
4. 4.
   Remove the clams from the pot and set aside. Discard any unopened clams.
5. 5.
   Pour the vegetable or fish broth into the pot with the garlic and wine mixture. Bring to a simmer.
6. 6.
   Add the cooked fregola pasta to the pot and stir well to combine with the broth.
7. 7.
   Return the clams to the pot and gently toss them with the pasta.
8. 8.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9.
   Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Clams — Make sure to thoroughly clean the clams before cooking by scrubbing them under cold water to remove any sand or debris.
• Fregola pasta — Toast the fregola pasta in a dry skillet for a few minutes before cooking to enhance its nutty flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• If fresh clams are not available, you can use frozen clams or substitute with other seafood such as mussels or shrimp.
• For a richer flavor, add a splash of lemon juice to the dish before serving.
• Serve the Fregola with Clams with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Serving advice

Serve the Fregola with Clams in shallow bowls to showcase the beautiful pasta and clams. Garnish with additional fresh parsley or basil for a burst of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange a few clams on top of the pasta as a visual centerpiece. Drizzle a little extra olive oil over the dish for a glossy finish.