1. Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Sauté the Seafood
In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
Add shrimp, seasoning with salt/pepper. Cook 2 mins per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
In same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add garlic & red pepper flakes, sautéing 30 secs until fragrant.
3. Make the Sauce
Pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 2 mins to reduce by half.
Stir in cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, and crab. Simmer 3-4 mins until slightly thickened.
4. Combine & Serve
Toss in cooked pasta and shrimp, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Pro Tips for the Best Seafood Pasta 💡
🍷 Wine choice: Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio work perfectly.
🔥 Avoid rubbery shrimp: Don’t overcook—they finish heating in the sauce.
🦀 Premium upgrade: Use jumbo lump crab for extra sweetness.
🌶 Spice lovers: Double the red pepper flakes.
Serving Suggestions 🍽️
With: Garlic bread & a crisp green salad
Pairing: The same white wine used in cooking
For romance: Light candles and pretend you’re in Italy!
Final Thoughts ✨
This creamy seafood pasta is decadent without being fussy—the kind of dish that makes an ordinary night feel like a celebration. Warning: You might start planning a coastal vacation after eating it! 😉
