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.

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