Spicy Seafood Pasta

Spicy Seafood Pasta

This flavorful seafood pasta combines shrimp, mussels, tuna, fresh tomatoes, and a touch of jalapeño for a mildly spicy meal. Fresh tomato sauce gives this dish a homemade taste that pairs perfectly with linguine or other pasta shapes.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 (5-6 ounce) can tuna, drained
• 125 g (about 4 ounces) peeled shrimp
• 100 g (about 3.5 ounces) mussels, removed from shells
• 1 kg (about 2 pounds) fresh tomatoes, blanched, peeled, seeded, and pureed
• 3-4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parmesan cheese for serving
• 500 g (about 1 pound) linguine or other pasta, cooked according to package directions
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add jalapeño and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add onion and cook until softened.
4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
5. Add shrimp and mussels. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and the seafood is cooked through.
6. Stir in the tuna.
7. Add the tomato puree and tomato paste. Stir until combined.
8. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
9. Add cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to taste.
10. Toss with cooked linguine or spoon the sauce over the pasta.
11. Top with Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.