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Crab Spaghettini with Saffron and Chilli
Crab Spaghettini with Saffron and Chilli
Crab Spaghettini with Saffron and Chilli is a delicious pasta dish typically made with thin spaghetti noodles, fresh crab meat, saffron (for a delicate flavor and vibrant color), and red chili peppers (for a bit of heat). It’s a flavorful and elegant dish that combines the sweetness of crab with the warmth of saffron and the kick of chili.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb spaghettini pasta
- 4 whole crab legs (cooked and cleaned)
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red chili pepper thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the saffron infusion by soaking the saffron threads in hot water in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Cook the spaghettini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced chili pepper. Saute for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the crab legs to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Pour in the saffron infusion, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked spaghettini to the skillet and toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Divide the Crab Spaghettini with Saffron and Chilli among plates. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 492kcal (25%)Carbohydrates: 87g (29%)Protein: 15g (30%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0.4mgSodium: 18mg (1%)Potassium: 303mg (9%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 108IU (2%)Vitamin C: 17mg (21%)Calcium: 32mg (3%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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