Squid ink spaghetti with mussels is an Italian pasta dish that stands out for its seafood flavors and the contrast of dark and bright colors. Here’s a simple recipe to make it at home.
Recipe · Pasta
Squid ink spaghetti with mussels
- 9 ingredients
- 8 steps
Ingredients
- 500 g squid ink spaghetti
- 1 kg fresh mussels
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 can crushed peeled tomatoes
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, to garnish
Step-by-step preparation
- Clean the mussels, discarding any that are open or broken.
- In a large pot, cook the squid ink spaghetti in salted water until al dente.
- Meanwhile, heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan and add the onion and garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until golden.
- Add the mussels and the white wine. Cover the pan and cook over medium-high heat until the mussels open. Discard any that don’t.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add the mussel and tomato sauce. Toss well.
- Serve in deep plates, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Enjoy your homemade squid ink spaghetti with mussels! It’s perfect for an elegant dinner or for surprising your guests with something different. You can also add other seafood, like prawns or squid, for more variety and flavor.