Description
Seafood lovers dive into pasta paradise with this irresistible Alfredo masterpiece, blending ocean-fresh shrimp and delicate scallops in a silky, luxurious sauce. Creamy parmesan and garlic elevate each delectable bite, promising a culinary journey you won’t soon forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1/2 pound (0.5 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound (0.5 lb) scallops, patted dry
- 1/2 pound (0.5 lb) lobster meat, cooked and chopped
Pasta and Base:
- 8 ounces (8 oz) fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup seafood broth (or chicken broth)
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fill a spacious pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil at high heat. Immerse fettuccine and cook until perfectly tender, approximately 8-10 minutes. Strain pasta, preserving 1/4 cup of cooking liquid.
- Warm a large skillet with butter and olive oil over medium temperature. Introduce minced garlic and sauté until aromatic, about 60 seconds.
- Carefully add shrimp and scallops to the heated skillet. Cook seafood for 2-3 minutes per side, ensuring shrimp transform to a vibrant pink and scallops develop a golden, translucent exterior. Transfer cooked seafood to a separate plate.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium-low. Pour heavy cream and seafood broth into the pan, stirring to integrate. Allow mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly concentrated.
- Gradually incorporate Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to create a velvety, smooth sauce. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
- Introduce cooked fettuccine into the sauce, ensuring thorough coating. Adjust consistency using reserved pasta water if needed.
- Gently reintroduce shrimp, scallops, and lobster meat into the skillet. Warm seafood through for 1-2 minutes, maintaining delicate texture.
- Plate the creamy seafood Alfredo, garnishing with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Select high-quality, fresh seafood for the most succulent and flavorful dish.
- Pat shrimp and scallops dry before cooking to achieve a perfect golden crust and prevent steaming.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a richer, more authentic sauce texture.
- Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water, creating a silky smooth coating for the pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 538 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg