CHINESE 5 SPICE MUSSEL & CALAMARI LINGUINI

- METHOD -

Cook the Linguini as per the instructions on the package. I usually cook mine for about 12 minutes so that it’s perfectly al dente. Set aside once done. Do not drain the spaghetti as this will dry it out.

While the Linguini is cooking, in a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil and fry the calamari for about 4 minutes until it starts to brown slightly. Add 1 tbsp. butter, mussels along with the garlic, Cape Herb & Spice Chinese 5 Spice, ½ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. pepper and sauté for another 4 minutes. Then add the Rosa Tomatoes and allow to cook for 3 minutes or so. Take the seafood off the heat and squeeze the lemon juice over it. Set aside.

In a separate pan, heat the remaining butter, add onions and sauté them until soft. Add the coriander and cream stir continuously until combined. A thick sauce will form. Season it with ¼ tsp. salt and ¼ tsp. pepper.

Pour the creamy sauce into the seafood mix and combine. Taste and add more seasoning if necessary. Then, using tongs, add the Linguini into the creamy seafood mix. You should also add about 4 tbsps. of the Linguini water for moisture.

Dust with the parmesan (optional) and serve while still warm.

Recipe concept & photography by Ichumile Mpumlwana 

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