Fregola with Clams
Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026
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This classic fregola with clams is a beautiful celebration of Sardinian coastal flavours. By using fregola sarda—a small, toasted pasta with a unique nutty profile—the dish develops a wonderful texture that perfectly complements the briny sweetness of fresh littleneck clams. The base of the sauce is built from high-quality olive oil, fragrant garlic, and a hint of chilli, which creates a light yet deeply savoury broth when combined with dry white wine.
As a dairy-free main course, this recipe is elegant enough for a weekend dinner party but simple enough to prepare on a weeknight. The addition of fresh flat-leaf parsley and lemon zest provides a bright, citrusy finish that cuts through the richness of the oil. Serve this comforting seafood dish in shallow bowls with some crusty bread to soak up the leftover juices.
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Ingredients for Fregola with Clams
230g fregola (about 275g )
Kosher salt
120ml olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
120ml dry white wine
24 littleneck clams, scrubbed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
How to make Fregola with Clams
Cook fregola in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, 6–8 minutes; drain.
Meanwhile, heat 120ml oil in a Dutch oven or other large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Carefully add wine; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
Add clams, cover, and cook, transferring clams to a bowl as they open (discard any that do not open), 6–8 minutes. Add fregola to cooking liquid in pot and cook, stirring, until fregola is tender and sauce is slightly thickened (there should still be plenty of liquid), about 2 minutes. Return clams to pot and cook until warmed through.
Divide fregola and clams among bowls, drizzle with oil, and top with parsley and lemon zest.
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16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine
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