Crab Fettuccine
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this creamy Crab Fettuccine, a restaurant-worthy dish that's surprisingly easy to make at home! Tender fettuccine is coated in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce infused with zesty lemon and garlic, creating the perfect base for succulent, fresh crab meat. A garnish of fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes adds a burst of color and a hint of spice to this elegant seafood pasta. Perfect for date nights, dinner parties, or whenever you're craving a touch of coastal sophistication, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes. Elevate your dinner rotation with this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s as impressive as it is comforting! Keywords: crab fettuccine recipe, creamy seafood pasta, easy crab pasta, Parmesan cream sauce, lemon garlic pasta with crab.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 8 oz fresh crab meat
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.
Gently fold in the fresh crab meat and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just to warm the crab through. Be careful not to break up the crab too much.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes, if using, before serving.
Serve immediately in warm bowls and enjoy your Crab Fettuccine!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.7 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.7 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 5203 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.8 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 121.1 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1171 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
