Caranguejo ao Alho

Caranguejo ao Alho is a delectable Brazilian seafood dish featuring succulent crab sautéed in garlic and seasoned with aromatic herbs. This gluten-free recipe highlights the natural flavors of the crab, making it a perfect choice for seafood lovers.

Caranguejo ao Alho
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Brazilian
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Fresh crab - 500 grams
  • Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
  • Garlic, minced - 4 cloves
  • Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add the fresh crab to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the crab is heated through.
  4. Stir in the red pepper flakes, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 5 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein which supports muscle health.
  • Contains omega-3 fatty acids beneficial for heart health.

Tags

BrazilianGluten-FreeSeafood Dish