Pasta With Anchovy & Clam Sauce

This classic Italian pasta dish delivers a deeply savory and briny flavor profile, anchored by the umami richness of anchovies and the sweetness of fresh clams. The sauce is built on a base of garlic, shallots, and white wine, creating a glossy, aromatic coating for the linguine. It is a perfect weeknight dinner that feels elegant yet requires simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. The combination of textures from the tender pasta to the chewy clams and silky sauce makes it a comforting and satisfying meal. Ideal for seafood lovers who enjoy bold, traditional Mediterranean flavors without the fuss of complex techniques.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 957.8

Description

This classic Italian pasta dish delivers a deeply savory and briny flavor profile, anchored by the umami richness of anchovies and the sweetness of fresh clams. The sauce is built on a base of garlic, shallots, and white wine, creating a glossy, aromatic coating for the linguine. It is a perfect weeknight dinner that feels elegant yet requires simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. The combination of textures from the tender pasta to the chewy clams and silky sauce makes it a comforting and satisfying meal. Ideal for seafood lovers who enjoy bold, traditional Mediterranean flavors without the fuss of complex techniques.

Ingredients

3 ea Anchovies; salted whole or
2 ea Cherrystone clams; in the s
1/4 cup Olive oil
3 tablespoon Butter
3 cup Garlic; minced
2 ea Shallots; finely chopped
1/4 cup Parsley; finely chopped pre
1/2 teaspoon Rosemary; chopped
1/2 cup Dry white wine
1 Freshly ground pepper to tas
1 pound Linguine ; other pasta, coo

Directions

1
If using salted whole anchovies, rinse them under cold running water to remove excess salt and scales.
2
Use your fingers to pull the fillets from the bones, discarding the bones and setting the fillets aside.
3
Steam or open the clams, reserving both the clams and 1 cup of the clam juice.
4
Finely chop the clams and set them aside.
5
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add minced garlic and finely chopped shallots, cooking until light brown and fragrant.
7
Add the anchovy fillets and stir continuously until they completely dissolve into the oil.
8
Stir in parsley, rosemary, reserved clam juice, and white wine, then bring to a boil.
9
Season with freshly ground pepper and a tiny pinch of salt, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
10
Add the chopped clams to the sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
11
Meanwhile, cook the linguine in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente.
12
Drain the pasta and serve immediately, topped with the hot anchovy and clam sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 957.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.6g54%
Saturated Fat 10.2g51%
Cholesterol 100.7mg34%
Sodium 1799.5mg75%
Total Carbohydrate 122.5g41%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g54%
Sugars 8.0g
Protein 44.7g90%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serve with red pepper flakes on the side for those who prefer extra heat.

Traditionalists recommend skipping cheese with this dish to allow the delicate seafood flavors to shine.

If using canned clams, rinse them gently and use the liquid from the can as the clam juice.

Ensure clams are fully cooked but not overcooked to maintain tenderness.

Keywords: pasta, clam, anchovy, italian, seafood, linguine, garlic, white wine, shallot, parsley, rosemary, dinner, savory, briny, butter, olive oil

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