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Quick Garlic Butter Crab Linguine
20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
650 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
70 gCarbs
20 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Quick Garlic Butter Crab Linguine

80% authentic · Italian-American

A simplified, faster version of crab linguine, focusing on garlic, butter, and lemon for a bright, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Linguine12 ounces
  • Cooked crab meat12 ounces
  • Garlic3 cloves, minced
  • Unsalted butter5 tablespoons
  • Lemon1, juiced
  • Fresh parsley2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste

Steps

  1. 1

    Cook linguine according to package directions in salted boiling water. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.

  2. 2

    While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add the cooked crab meat to the skillet and gently toss to warm through, about 1-2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the drained linguine to the skillet. Toss with the crab and garlic butter. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.

  5. 5

    Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately.

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