Golden tagliatelle is piled high on a stark white plate, glistening with the tangerine-herb sauce. Vibrant seafood, including scallops and shrimp, nestle into the folds of pasta, giving bursts of color and texture. An artful sprinkle of parsley and tangerine zest crowns the dish, capturing contrast and intrigue.

Golden Seafood Tagliatelle in Tangerine-Herb Sauce

Name: Golden Seafood Tagliatelle in Tangerine-Herb Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian Fusion
Ingredients: tangerines, 2 zested and juiced; tagliatelle pasta, 150 grams; mixed seafood (like scallops and shrimp), 200 grams; cloves of garlic, 3 minced; cream, 1/2 cup; white wine, 1/2 cup; olive oil, 1 tablespoon; red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Parsley, for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Italian Fusion

Technique Sauté

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: December 23, 2025

This elegant recipe captures the heart of Italy while infusing the unexpected charm of winter tangerine. Embrace the warmth of the season with this luxurious yet comforting dish. Citrus tagliatelle and seafood in a tangerine-herb sauce, truly a match made in heaven!

Ingredients (for 2)

Tangerines - 2 - zested and juiced
Tagliatelle pasta - 150 grams
Mixed seafood (like scallops and shrimp) - 200 grams
Cloves of garlic - 3 - minced
Cream - 1/2 cup
White wine - 1/2 cup
Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
Salt and black pepper - to taste
Parsley - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍲🧂🍝

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tagliatelle pasta till al dente as per the package instructions.
Step 2 - 🍳🍤🦞

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the mixed seafood and sauté until cooked. Remove and set aside.
Step 3 - 🧄🍷🍊

In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping to release any fond. Reduce heat, add the cream, tangerine juice, half the tangerine zest, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and simmer until the sauce has reduced by half.
Step 4 - 🍝🔀🥘

Drain the pasta, reserving some pasta water. Add the cooked seafood back into the pan. Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, and if required, add pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Step 5 - 🧂🍃🍊

Season with salt, black pepper, and more red pepper flakes if desired. Finish it off by garnishing with fresh parsley and the remaining tangerine zest. Serve immediately.

Additional

Play around with different types of seafood for variety. You can also substitute cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version. This dish is perfect for date night - pair it with a white wine for an impressive dinner. Don’t forget to click a picture before you devour!