Shrimp and Crab Linguini

Indulge in the ultimate seafood delight with this creamy Shrimp and Crab Linguini! Featuring tender linguini tossed in a luscious garlic-parmesan cream sauce, this recipe combines succulent large shrimp and sweet lump crab meat for a dish that’s both elegant and satisfying. Brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this pasta pairs gourmet flavor with comfort food charm. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive date-night meal. Garnished with fresh parsley and extra parmesan, each bite is a celebration of rich, buttery seafood goodness. Serve it with crusty bread and a crisp glass of white wine for a restaurant-quality experience at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguini
• 12 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 8 oz lump crab meat
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 quarts water (to boil pasta)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguini according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turns pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.

Step 5

Using the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a little reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce, if necessary.

Step 7

Gently fold in the lump crab meat and cooked shrimp. Heat for 1–2 minutes until warmed through.

Step 8

Add the cooked linguini to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5017.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3353.5

Total Fat 240.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 143.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1026.0mg	0%
Sodium 6468.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 154.9g	0%

Vitamin D 321.9IU	0%
Calcium 2780.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1036.6mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 14.9%