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Spicy Crab Linguettine

Spicy Crab Linguettine: Elevate Your Dinner in 30 Minutes

Experience the vibrant flavors of Spicy Crab Linguettine, a quick and delicious dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Linguettine Substitute with spaghetti or fettuccine if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can be replaced with unsalted butter.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Use vegetable broth for non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Fresh or frozen, ensure shells are removed.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter take.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Basil can be used as an alternative.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the linguettine for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gently stir in crab meat and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  5. Add heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Toss the linguettine in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
  7. Squeeze lemon juice over the pasta and toss gently before serving.
  8. Plate the pasta, garnish with parsley, and serve with a side of salad or garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe can be adjusted based on your spice preference and is perfect for meal prepping.

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