Description
Creamy crab fettuccine alfredo delivers luxurious ocean-inspired comfort on a plate, blending rich seafood with silky pasta. Indulgent flavors and smooth textures invite you to savor each perfectly balanced, delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Seafood:
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 1/2 lb jumbo lump crab meat
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 pinch nutmeg
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, preparing to cook the fettuccine until it reaches an al dente texture, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- While the water heats, mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley with precision, setting them aside for later use.
- In a spacious skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, creating a rich, golden base for the sauce.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, which takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour the heavy cream into the skillet, stirring constantly to create a smooth, velvety sauce.
- Incorporate the parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to ensure a lump-free, creamy consistency.
- Sprinkle in the black and white pepper, along with a delicate pinch of nutmeg, enhancing the sauce’s depth of flavor.
- Drain the cooked fettuccine, reserving a small amount of pasta water, and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Gently fold the lump and jumbo lump crab meat into the alfredo sauce, being careful not to break the delicate pieces.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing carefully to coat each strand with the luxurious sauce and distribute the crab meat evenly.
- If the sauce appears too thick, incorporate a splash of reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, creating a vibrant finishing touch to the dish.
- Serve immediately, ensuring the crab fettuccine alfredo is enjoyed at its peak temperature and creaminess.
Notes
- Opt for fresh crab meat to elevate the dish’s flavor and texture, ensuring a more delicate and authentic seafood experience.
- Carefully fold the crab meat to maintain its delicate structure, preventing breakage and preserving the beautiful chunks of seafood.
- Adjust the sauce consistency by adding reserved pasta water, creating a silky smooth texture that clings perfectly to the fettuccine.
- Consider using gluten-free fettuccine for a celiac-friendly version, allowing everyone to enjoy this luxurious pasta dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 899
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 660 mg
- Fat: 61 g
- Saturated Fat: 36 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg