Description
Spicy Crab Pasta is a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms a simple meal into a culinary adventure. This creamy dish combines tender spaghetti with sweet lump crab meat, aromatic garlic, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Perfect for date nights or gatherings, it promises to impress with its vibrant taste and stunning presentation. Enjoy the taste of the coast without leaving your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until golden brown.
- Gently add crab meat; warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss in cooked spaghetti, mixing until well coated; add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Finish with Parmesan cheese and parsley; serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg