Spaghetti with White Crabmeat Olive Oil Chilli and Garlic

Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and flavor-packed Spaghetti with White Crabmeat, Olive Oil, Chilli, and Garlic. This quick and easy recipe brings together the delicate sweetness of fresh or canned white crabmeat, the robust aroma of garlic, and the subtle heat of red chilli, all tossed in a luscious base of extra virgin olive oil. A hint of lemon zest adds a refreshing brightness, while freshly chopped parsley completes the dish with a touch of herby freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this elegant yet fuss-free meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or dinner parties alike. Serve with a wedge of lemon for added zest and enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean right at home! Keywords: spaghetti with crab, garlic and chilli spaghetti, quick seafood pasta, Mediterranean pasta recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Spaghetti
• 200 g White Crabmeat (fresh or canned)
• 4 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, finely sliced
• 1 medium Red Chilli, finely sliced
• 1 tsp Lemon Zest
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper, freshly ground
• 4 pieces Lemon Wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

2. While the spaghetti cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

3. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

4. Stir in the sliced red chilli and cook for another minute.

Step 5

5. Add the white crabmeat to the skillet. Gently toss to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

6. Stir in the lemon zest and season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 7

7. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the flavorful sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until a silky consistency is achieved.

Step 8

8. Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in the freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

9. Divide the spaghetti among serving plates, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1324.6

Total Fat 61.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 105.9mg	0%
Sodium 1945.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.8g
Protein 60.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 262.4mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1124.1mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 40.7%