Crabmeat Sauce

Dive into the rich, coastal flavors of this indulgent Crabmeat Sauce, a creamy and aromatic dish that's perfect for seafood lovers. Combining luscious lump crabmeat with a velvety tomato-cream base and a hint of dry white wine, this recipe creates a sauce that's as luxurious as it is comforting. Sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell peppers lend a vibrant depth of flavor, while fresh parsley and basil add a burst of herbal brightness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or even grilled seafood. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to an elevated weeknight meal, this Crabmeat Sauce is guaranteed to impress. Don’t forget to finish it off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of savory goodness! Perfect for searches like “easy crabmeat sauce recipe” or “creamy seafood pasta sauce”!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 12 ounces crabmeat (lump or claw, picked over for shells)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to foam.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the skillet, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, and slowly stir in the heavy cream and white wine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Carefully fold in the crabmeat, being gentle to avoid breaking up the lumps too much. Cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped parsley and basil, and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Serve the crabmeat sauce hot over cooked pasta, rice, or as a topping for grilled seafood. If desired, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1517.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2077.3

Total Fat 154.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 529.5mg	0%
Sodium 4214.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 90.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1053.9mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 2532.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.3%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 10.0%