07/10/2026
🥘Crab Spaghetti in Rich Red Sauce
Ingredients
• 300 g spaghetti
• 2 whole crabs (cleaned and cut into pieces)
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• ½ cup reserved pasta water
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Fresh basil leaves
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, then add the crushed tomatoes and chili flakes. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
5. Add the cleaned crab pieces, cover, and cook until the crab is fully cooked and the sauce is rich and flavorful (the crab should reach an internal temperature of 145°F / 63°C).
6. Transfer the cooked spaghetti to the sauce, adding a little reserved pasta water to loosen if needed.
7. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
8. Finish with parsley, basil, Parmesan (optional), and freshly ground black pepper.
9. Plate with the crab pieces arranged on top and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil before serving.