Oyster Pasta

Oyster Pasta is a light yet luxurious dish that blends the briny sweetness of oysters with the deep savoury richness of anchovies, a touch of heat from red chilli, and the freshness of spring onions. It’s simple to prepare but feels wonderfully special, perfect for a cosy dinner for two. Each forkful captures a delicate balance of flavours — comfort food with a hint of seaside charm.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings People

Ingredients

200 g spaghetti
200 g fresh oysters shucked and drained
3 large anchovy fillets finely chopped
2 medium spring onions thinly sliced
1 large red chilli finely sliced
2 cloves garlic finely chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley chives chopped
1 medium lemon wedges to serve

Instructions

Cook the pasta:

Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of the pasta water, then drain.
200 g spaghetti

Prepare the flavour base:

In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3 tbsp olive oil
Add the anchovy fillets and cook gently until they melt into the oil.
3 large anchovy fillets
Stir in the garlic and red chilli, cooking for about a minute until fragrant.
1 large red chilli, 2 cloves garlic

Add the oysters:

Add the oysters to the pan and cook gently for 2–3 minutes until they just start to curl at the edges. Avoid overcooking, as they can become rubbery.
200 g fresh oysters

Combine with pasta:

Toss in the drained spaghetti and add a splash of reserved pasta water to help the sauce cling to the pasta. Add the sliced spring onions and butter if using, stirring until everything is well coated and glossy.
2 medium spring onions, 1 tbsp butter

Season and serve:

Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve the oyster pasta immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or chives, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
salt, freshly ground black pepper, Fresh parsley, 1 medium lemon

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