Saffron Seafood Fregola
Toasted fregola tossed with saffron broth, quick-seared shrimp, mussels, and a hit of white wine. Ready in 25 minutes — this is the weeknight version of a fancy Italian seafood pasta.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Toast fregola in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until pale golden, about 3 minutes.
Step 2
Add 2 cups water, saffron, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until fregola is almost tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in white wine. Add shrimp and mussels, increase heat to medium-high, and cover for 3 minutes until mussels begin to open.
Step 4
Stir in cherry tomatoes and lemon zest, cooking uncovered for 2 minutes until shrimp turn pink and mussels fully open. Discard any unopened mussels.
Step 5
Squeeze lemon juice over the pan. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Divide between bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch preferred)
- wooden spoon
- lid or foil to cover skillet
- microplane or fine grater (for lemon zest)
- kitchen scissors or knife (for parsley)
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