Comfy Cozy Cajun Crab Leg Pasta
This recipe combines the rich flavors of Cajun spices with the indulgent taste of crab meat, all nestled in a creamy sauce over pasta.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet Large for combining ingredients
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb. linguine or any pasta you like best
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing and bringing everything together
- 2 tablespoons butter to add that creamy, buttery base right from the start
- 4 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- ½ cup yellow onion diced small
- ½ cup poblano or green bell peppers diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Feel free to toss in more if you like a bigger kick!
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz can
- 1 cup heavy cream for richness
- 1 ½ pounds picked crab leg meat already cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup grated parmesan to sprinkle on top
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package directions till it's al dente. Drain and set aside so it doesn't get soggy later.
- Heat up the olive oil and butter in a big skillet over medium heat till butter melts, smells like heaven.
- Toss in minced garlic, diced onion, and peppers. Sauté till onions turn translucent and smell sweet and savory.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, pour diced tomatoes in, and cook for about 5 minutes till everything's heated through and blended.
- Turn heat down low, add the heavy cream, and stir. Let it simmer just a bit to get all creamy and smooth.
- Add your drained pasta into the skillet. Toss it real good so every bit's coated with that lovely sauce. Salt and pepper it now to taste.
- Stir in the crab leg meat last. Heat through for 2 to 3 minutes, careful not to overcook the crab. Then serve it up hot and cozy!
Notes
If you want to save some time, cook the pasta in your pressure cooker before making the sauce. Just add enough water to cover the pasta, seal that sealing ring tight, and use quick release when cooking is done. Swap poblano peppers for jalapeños if you're feelin' spicy or wanna give your dish a little extra zip. Use pre-minced garlic from a jar if you're in a real rush. Got no crab legs handy? Cooked shrimp works great too.