🦀 Lemon Pepper & Garlic Crab Linguine

Delicate crab does not need a heavy sauce. This quick linguine uses butter, lemon and a splash of pasta water to create a silky coating, with our Lemon Pepper & Garlic Rub supplying fragrant citrus warmth and gentle savoury depth.

🧾 Ingredients

• 200g linguine
• 150g mixed white and brown crab meat
• 1 tsp Lemon Pepper & Garlic Rub
• 25g butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ lemon, zest and juice
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• Pinch of chilli flakes, optional
• 50ml reserved pasta water

Instructions

1. Cook the linguine in well-salted water until just al dente. Reserve a mug of the cooking water before draining.
2. Meanwhile, warm the butter and olive oil in a wide frying pan over a low heat. Stir in the seasoning and optional chilli flakes for 30 seconds.
3. Add the drained linguine, lemon zest, lemon juice and 50ml pasta water. Toss vigorously until glossy.
4. Fold through the crab meat gently and warm for 1–2 minutes; do not let it boil.
5. Add the parsley and another splash of pasta water if needed. Serve immediately.

⏱️ Timings

• Prep: 5 minutes
• Cook: 15 minutes
• Total: 20 minutes
• Serves: 2

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve with dressed rocket, roasted cherry tomatoes or warm crusty bread. A small glass of chilled white wine would not be unwelcome either.

💛 Why This Recipe Works

Pasta water emulsifies the butter and lemon into a light sauce that clings to every strand. Adding the crab last protects its delicate texture and keeps the flavour sweet and clean.

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