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Spicy Crab Pasta in 20 Minutes

Spicy Crab Pasta in 20 Minutes: Elegant Weeknight Delight

Experience the fusion of flavors with Spicy Crab Pasta in just 20 minutes, a perfect weeknight dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Tagliatelle or Long Pasta Or substitute with linguine or spaghetti.
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can swap with any neutral oil.
  • 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter For dairy-free option, replace with more olive oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Increase for a bolder flavor.
  • 2 filets Anchovy Filets, drained Omit for vegetarian versions or substitute with capers.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 lb Lump Crab Meat Fresh or canned crab recommended.
  • ⅓ cup Dry White Wine Chicken broth can be used as a non-alcoholic substitute.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 lemon Lemon Juice and Zest Lime juice can be used if necessary.
  • ¼ cup Parsley, chopped Cilantro can be used or skipped.
  • ¼ cup Dill, chopped Omit if not available.
  • 1 Tbsp Capers, drained Optional.
  • ¼ cup Parmesan, grated Nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative.
  • ¼ - ½ cup Heavy Cream For a lighter option, use whole milk.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until melted. Add garlic, anchovy, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 2-3 minutes until garlic is golden.
  3. Add crab meat and warm through for 1 minute. Pour in wine and sprinkle with salt; simmer for another minute.
  4. Add drained pasta, lemon juice and zest, parsley, dill, capers, and Parmesan. Toss until pasta is coated.
  5. Slowly add reserved pasta water and cream while stirring. Cook for 1-2 minutes to adjust the sauce's consistency. Season with pepper.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional black pepper, Parmesan, and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this elegant and quick meal that transforms your weeknight dinners. Adjust spices and ingredients based on your preferences.

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