Experience a taste of Italy with this spicy and flavorful fra diavolo sauce recipe served over linguine pasta. The combination of tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, and seafood creates a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 1 pound linguine pasta
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound mussels, cleaned and debearded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, white wine, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Add shrimp and mussels to the sauce. Cook until seafood is cooked through and mussels have opened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve fra diavolo sauce over linguine pasta, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy your spicy fra diavolo sauce with linguine!
Interesting Facts
The term 'fra diavolo' translates to 'brother devil' in Italian, referring to the spicy nature of the sauce.
Fra diavolo sauce is traditionally made with seafood such as shrimp and mussels, but can also be served with chicken or other proteins.
This dish is named after an Italian general who was known for his fiery personality and love for bold flavors.