Seafood Pasta Drizzled With Truffle Oil Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Seafood Pasta recipe, inspired by Emeril Lagasse and originally featured in the Toronto Star (January 8, 2003). Succulent shrimp, plump mussels, and sweet crabmeat mingle with perfectly cooked pasta in a rich tomato sauce, all elevated by the earthy aroma of exquisite truffle oil. This quick and easy 25-minute recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner or a special weeknight treat.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 669.5 kcal
Protein 104g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Seafood Pasta Drizzled With Truffle Oil 18

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Seafood Pasta Drizzled With Truffle Oil

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Seafood Pasta Drizzled With Truffle Oil? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Seafood Pasta Drizzled With Truffle Oil

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots and 2 cloves minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  4. Add 1 pound mussels and 1/2 pound shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until they start to open.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine. Bring to a simmer and cover the skillet.
  6. Cook until all mussel shells are open, about 4 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup lump crabmeat and 1/4 cup chopped red onion.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Cook for 1 minute.
  10. Add 1 pound cooked pasta (linguine or spaghetti recommended). Toss to coat.
  11. Cook for 1 minute until pasta is heated through.
  12. Remove from heat.
  13. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. Toss gently.
  14. Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl.
  15. Drizzle generously with truffle oil and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

14g

Carbs

24g