Seafood Alfredo is a luxurious and creamy pasta dish that brings the flavors of the sea into a rich, indulgent sauce. This dish features a medley of shrimp, scallops, or your favorite seafood, tossed with tender pasta in a decadent Alfredo sauce made from butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese. The delicate seafood perfectly complements the smooth, garlicky sauce, making it an elegant yet comforting meal that’s sure to impress. It’s ideal for a special dinner but easy enough to make on any weeknight.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb sea scallops (or substitute with crab meat or lobster)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and scallops, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the seafood is opaque and just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring occasionally, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to cook until the sauce is creamy and smooth. Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste.
- Return the cooked shrimp and scallops to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce to coat evenly. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve the Seafood Alfredo hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
This creamy and savory Seafood Alfredo is perfect for a cozy night in or a fancy dinner, offering the best of both worlds with its combination of rich sauce and fresh seafood!
