Ingredients
– 8 ounces of linguine or spaghetti
– 1 pound of fresh king crab meat
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 3 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes
– 1/2 cup of ouzo
– 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
– Salt to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
– Zest of 1 lemon
– Juice of 1 lemon
– Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
Follow these steps for a flawless King Crab Pasta With Tomato and Ouzo Sauce:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute.
3. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooking for another 5 minutes. Allow the flavors to meld.
4. Deglaze with Ouzo: Pour in the ouzo, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to cook off some of the alcohol.
5. Add King Crab: Gently fold in the king crab meat, letting it warm through without breaking the meat too much.
6. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the mixture is too dry, gradually add reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
7. Season: Add lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in chopped parsley for an extra burst of flavor.
8. Serve: Plate the pasta in shallow bowls. If desired, top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g