Looking for a delicious and elegant dish to impress your dinner guests or elevate a cozy weeknight meal? Look no further than our delightful recipe for Salmon Crab Pasta. This seafood pasta dish combines the richness of salmon and the sweet tenderness of crab meat with flavorful herbs and a creamy sauce, all served over perfectly cooked pasta. It’s a fantastic blend of flavors that is sure to become a new favorite at your table.
Salmon Crab Pasta
Ingredients:
– 8 oz fettuccine pasta
– 8 oz salmon fillet, skin removed and cubed
– 8 oz crab meat
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/4 cup white wine
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned on all sides. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to cook off the alcohol.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Add the crab meat to the skillet, gently stirring to combine with the sauce.
8. Return the cooked salmon to the skillet, along with the chopped fresh basil.
9. Toss in the cooked fettuccine pasta, making sure it is well coated with the creamy sauce.
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss everything together gently.
11. Serve the Salmon Crab Pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
This Salmon Crab Pasta is a luxurious treat that can be on your table in less than 30 minutes. The combination of tender salmon, sweet crab meat, and creamy sauce over perfectly cooked pasta creates a harmony of flavors that will surely impress your family and friends. Pair it with a crisp white wine and a side salad for a complete meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Try this recipe for a taste of gourmet dining right in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy!
