Pasta con Granchio e Panna
Pasta con Granchio e Panna is a creamy crab pasta dish that combines the delicate flavors of crab with a rich, velvety sauce, perfect for a romantic dinner. This Halal version ensures everyone can enjoy this Italian classic without compromise.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
650 kcal
Ingredients
- Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 200 grams
- Fresh crab meat - 150 grams
- Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- White wine (Halal) - 50 milliliters
- Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
- Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the white wine to the skillet and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Add the fresh crab meat, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, gently folding everything together to combine.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the crab sauce.
- Toss the pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Finish with grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 75 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein from crab meat, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil and crab, beneficial for heart health.
Tags
ItalianHalalDinner