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Spicy Crab Pasta in 20 Minutes

Irresistible Spicy Crab Pasta in 20 Minutes for Seafood Lovers

Enjoy this Spicy Crab Pasta in 20 minutes, a perfect blend of flavors for seafood enthusiasts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 497

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Tagliatelle Pasta You can substitute with spaghetti or linguine.
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Light olive oil is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter Feel free to increase olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 Garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives you the best taste!
  • 2 Anchovy Filets, drained Optional for those avoiding fish.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your heat preference!
  • 1 lb Lump Crab Meat Pick through for shells; fresh is best!
  • cup Dry White Wine Pick a wine like Pinot Blanc.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 Lemon Juice and Zest From 1 lemon.
  • ¼ cup Chopped Parsley Plus more for garnish.
  • ¼ cup Chopped Dill Tarragon can be used if desired.
  • 1 Tbsp Capers, drained Feel free to use Kalamata olives as a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Plus more for serving.
  • ¼ - ½ cup Heavy Cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Sprinkle generously for best results.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add salt and gently toss in the tagliatelle pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining the pasta and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, allowing them to melt and blend. Add the minced garlic, anchovy fillets, and red pepper flakes; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Gently fold in the lump crab meat, warming through for about 1 minute. Pour in ⅓ cup of dry white wine, scraping the skillet to deglaze. Season with kosher salt and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the drained tagliatelle pasta into the skillet. Squeeze in lemon juice and zest, then add parsley, dill, capers, and grated Parmesan. Toss gently to coat the pasta with the sauce.
  5. Pour in the reserved pasta water and slowly stir in ¼ to ½ cup of heavy cream, adjusting for sauce consistency. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes to thicken, then garnish with black pepper, additional Parmesan, and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 497kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 29gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 599mgPotassium: 703mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are fresh for the best flavor. Adjust the level of creaminess by altering the amount of heavy cream used.

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