Best 4 Spicy Crab Pasta Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite Spicy Crab Pasta, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This delectable dish features tender crab meat enveloped in a vibrant, savory sauce that packs a delightful spicy kick. The harmonious blend of herbs and spices, such as garlic, chili flakes, and paprika, creates a flavor profile that is both bold and balanced. Served atop a bed of perfectly cooked pasta, this dish is a true celebration of culinary artistry.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer a tantalizing array of variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Seafood enthusiasts can delight in the sumptuous Shrimp Scampi Pasta, where succulent shrimp take center stage in a luscious, garlicky sauce. For a vegetarian twist, the Spinach and Feta Stuffed Shells offer a delightful combination of creamy spinach and tangy feta cheese encased in delicate pasta shells. If you're craving a hearty and flavorful meal, the One-Pot Sausage and Tortellini Soup is the perfect choice, brimming with savory sausage, tender tortellini, and a rich, flavorful broth.

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SPICY CRAB & SHRIMP PASTA



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Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Tomato     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Dinner

Yield 5 ppl

Number Of Ingredients 27

salt
black pepper
garlic & herb powder
crushed red pepper
moringa powder
2 1/2 tbsp virgin olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup red wine
3 cups white wine
2 tbsp honey
1/2 small can tomato sauce
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup siracha
1/4 cup feta cheese
1/2 box enriched fetuccine pasta
3/4 box angel hair or thin spagetti
4 cloves garlic
1 med red onion
10 semi-soft cherry tomatos
1 plum tomato
1 large green bell pepper
1 habanero pepper
1 hot pepper
3 olives
1 bunch arugula
1/2 lb crab meat
1 bag shrimp

Steps:

  • PASTA WATER 1. add water to boil pasta in a pot. 2. add some salt, moringa, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and red wine to water 3. put on high heat and leave to boil (if it comes up before you finish your sauce, put heat on low to keep water hot until you are ready for it) CRAB AND SHRIMP SAUCE 4. place enough olive oil in pan to lightly cover the bottom of a medium or large saute pan 5. fine chop garlic and julienne red onion. add to pan and toss 6. rough dice green pepper and add to pan 7. de-seed and fine dice two hot peppers and add to pan 8. quarter cherry tomatoes and add to pan 9. fine slice olives and ad to pan. de-glaze with white wine 10. pull apart crab meat with hands and add to pan. toss 11. Mix in bowl tomato paste, tomato sauce, siracha, honey, balsamic vinegar, & feta 12. add arugula to pan. toss 13. Season with pinch of salt, black pepper, garlic & herb powder, moringa powder, and 2 dashes crushed red pepper 14. add more white wine and tomato sauce to pan. toss (or stir if too full) 15. let reduce on medium-high heat for five minutes 16. add a touch more white wine 17. add shrimp. Return to low heat and stir occasionally until pasta is finished PASTA 18. return pasta water to a rolling boil 19. ad pasta 20. when pasta is finished and drained return to the pot bit by bit mixing in the sauce as you go 21. SERVE IT UP

HEALTHY PASTA WITH SPICY CRAB



Healthy Pasta with Spicy Crab image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 Fresno chiles, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dry white wine
1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over
1 pound spaghetti, cooked al dente, drained, 1 cup of the pasta cooking water reserved
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped dill
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
Extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil in a large high-sided saute pan over medium heat. Add the chiles and garlic and cook until soft and the garlic is pale golden brown. Add the wine and cook until reduced. Add the crab and cook until just heated through.
  • Add the pasta and some of the cooking water to the pan and cook for another minute. Stir in the parsley, dill, mint, lemon zest. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 48 milligrams, Sodium 358 milligrams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 2 grams

SPICY CRAB PASTA SALAD



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This salad is something I came up with after canning cole slaw & mustard over the summer. I wanted to use the ingredients along with a package of immitation crab that needed to be used up. This seems daunting but it really is a nice change from the standard pasta salads we are used to. It's tangy, sweet & spicy with lots of...

Provided by Dawn Whitted

Categories     Seafood

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 c pasta, cooked (elbow, bow tie or other salad pasta)
1/2 c canned coleslaw *spicy*
1 c mayonnaise, light
1 Tbsp yellow mustard
2 Tbsp spicy sweet mustard or course ground mustard
1/4 c creamy salad dressing *italian/ranch*
3 Tbsp dill pickle relish or diced dill pickles
2 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp white vinegar
1 Tbsp mrs. dash herb garlic blend
1 Tbsp black pepper
12oz pkg immitation crab, diced
1 c block cheese, diced (cheddar, colby, jack)

Steps:

  • 1. Bring 4 qts water to a boil and add pasta. Cook according to package directions until pasta is al dente approximately 9-11 minutes, drain and rinse with cold water.
  • 2. Add spicy canned coleslaw (optional) to pasta and chill for 30 minutes to an hour. *See Evelyn Horsley's Canned Cole Slaw Recipe on JAP - to make it spicy I simply followed the recipe and added 2 finely sliced or chopped jalepenos and 2 finely diced serrano peppers to the batch before canning into jars.
  • 3. For the sauce: In a mixing bowl combine all remaining ingredients except crab & cheese. Refrigerate covered until you are ready to put the salad together. *Spicy Sweet Mustard - There are lots of mustards on the market so either purchase one or I made my own version taking a little of JAP'ers Evelyn Horsley's & Dana Ramsey's spicy pepper mustard recipes adding honey or sugar and making some adjustments to my taste.
  • 4. After all has been chilled add 3/4 of the sauce to the pasta and mix well. Add 2-3 Tablespoons of milk or water to the remaining sauce and mix well then pour into pasta and stir. This just makes it so the sauce isn't so thick.
  • 5. Add cubed cheeses of your choice and finely chopped immitation crab and combine well. Garnish with green onion if you like
  • 6. You may serve this immediatly but I really prefer to chill this salad for at least another hour to let the flavors marry. **Not a spicy person just use regular course ground mustard in the sauce and don't put the spicy in your canned coleslaw.

SPICY CRAB PASTA



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I made this up once when I was short on groceries. Surprisingly, it was super easy! The amounts for the spices are just my recommendation, but really it's just to taste.

Provided by BRIGHTEYZ

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package dry farfalle (bow tie) pasta
½ cup butter
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained and flaked
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes, drained
1 ½ tablespoons red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add farfalle pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Melt the butter in a separate pot. Mix in crabmeat and tomatoes. Season with red pepper, garlic salt, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir 10 minutes. Toss with cooked pasta to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 912.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • When choosing crab meat, opt for fresh or frozen lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
  • If using frozen crab meat, thaw it completely before cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • For a spicier pasta, use a combination of cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes, or add chopped jalapeños or serrano peppers.
  • To enhance the flavor of the sauce, use a good quality white wine and freshly minced garlic.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes to ensure it retains a slight bite.
  • Reserve some of the pasta cooking water to add to the sauce, as it helps to create a creamy and flavorful sauce.
  • Garnish the pasta with chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Conclusion:

Spicy crab pasta is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its combination of tender crab meat, spicy sauce, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Whether you prefer a milder or spicier version, this recipe can be easily adjusted to suit your taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish, give this spicy crab pasta a try!

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