Crab Granicio (Italian)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 10

Satisfy your cravings with Crab Granicio (Italian)

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups imitation crabmeat , flake style
	1/2 lb butter , melted
	2 tablespoons garlic , minced
	1 tablespoon oregano
	1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes ( optional )
	1/2 lb fettuccine pasta
	2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

640

Sugar

Fat

50g

Crab Granicio is a popular pasta dish from Italy. The dish is made with imitation crab meat, which is flavored with garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, and butter to create a creamy texture. Your taste buds will experience a spicy, cheesy, and savory delight with every bite. The recipe is quick and easy, making it the perfect weeknight dinner for your family and friends. Crab Granicio is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a healthy seafood pasta dish to enjoy occasionally.

Instructions

1.	Begin by cooking the fettuccine nicely in boiling water, add 1/2 tsp salt to the pot of water to enhance the taste.
2.	In a large skillet, melt butter and add garlic, sauté until garlic turns golden brown.
3.	Then sprinkle oregano and red pepper flakes into the skillet evenly.
4.	Add the Crab Meat into the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until the meat is heated.
5.	Finally, garnish the creamy Crab Granicio dish with parmesan cheese and serve hot.

PROS

Quick, easy, and delicious pasta dish for a weeknight dinner.

The creamy and savory dish is perfect for seafood lovers.

CONS

The imitation crab meat used in this recipe is not as healthy as real crab.

This pasta dish is high in sodium and fat, may not be suitable for a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crabmeat is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
The omega-3 in crab meat has potential benefits for heart health and helps to reduce the risk of heart diseases.
Crab meat is also low in mercury compared to other seafood, making it safe to consume.