Crab Pasta in a Creamy Garlic White Wine Sauce
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Crab Pasta in a Creamy Garlic White Wine Sauce, a dish that combines elegance and comfort in every bite. This recipe pairs tender linguine or spaghetti with succulent fresh crab meat, all enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, dry white wine, and a hint of garlic. Brightened with lemon zest and juice, then finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley, this pasta dish strikes the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and savory. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate recipe for date nights or special occasions, delivering restaurant-quality results with a straightforward cooking process. Serve it with a chilled glass of white wine and watch it become the centerpiece of your culinary repertoire! Keywords: crab pasta, creamy garlic sauce, white wine pasta, easy seafood recipes, elegant pasta dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 120 ml dry white wine
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 200 g fresh crab meat (picked over for shells)
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and foamy.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until it reduces slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add the fresh crab meat to the skillet and gently fold it into the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm the crab through.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until fully melted and incorporated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top and give everything a final toss.
Serve the crab pasta immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.0 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.7 g | 399% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 468 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 5458 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.7 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 84.8 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 859 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1044 mg | 22% | |
*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.
