Crab Linguine

Crab Linguine is a delightful Kosher American seafood dish featuring tender linguine pasta tossed with succulent crab meat in a light garlic and lemon sauce. This dish is not only flavorful but also quick to prepare, making it perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Linguine pasta - 200 grams
• Fresh crab meat - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Water - for boiling pasta

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
4. Gently fold in the fresh crab meat, lemon juice, and lemon zest, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the linguine.
6. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the crab mixture, tossing to combine, and add reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley, tossing again to combine.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 470
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from crab meat, promoting heart health.
• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.

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