Red Seafood Sauce

Dive into the delicious world of coastal flavors with this Red Seafood Sauce, a vibrant and hearty dish perfect for seafood lovers. This recipe features tender shrimp and plump mussels simmered in a rich tomato base infused with garlic, onion, and the warmth of dried oregano and basil. A splash of dry white wine adds a sophisticated depth, while a hint of crushed red pepper flakes (optional) brings just the right amount of heat. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot sauce is perfect for topping pasta, draping over rice, or serving with crusty bread to soak up every savory bite. Bursting with fresh parsley and briny seafood goodness, it’s an easy and elegant meal ideal for weeknights or special occasions alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cups dry white wine
• 1 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, or to taste
• 0.5 pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and white wine. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes to thicken and develop flavor.

Step 6

Add the shrimp and mussels to the sauce. Cover the skillet and let the seafood cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and the mussels open. Discard any mussels that do not open.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve the red seafood sauce over cooked pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1773 grams (1773.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1362

Total Fat 55.00g	71%
Saturated Fat 8.90g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 685mg	228%
Sodium 4960mg	216%
Total Carbohydrate 88.80g	32%
Dietary Fiber 17.20g	61%
Total Sugars 39.00g
Protein 121.00g	242%

Vitamin D 342IU	1708%
Calcium 625mg	48%
Iron 28mg	154%
Potassium 4931mg	105%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 36.3%

Carbs: 26.6%