Dungeness Crab And Garlicky Yogurt Pasta Recipe

Name: Dungeness Crab And Garlicky Yogurt Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Zest and juice of 1 large lemon; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 garlic cloves, crushed with 1/4 tsp. salt in a mortar and pestle; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound dried pappardelle pasta or 1 1/4 lbs. fresh fettuccine; 1 pinch saffron threads; 1/4 cup butter; 3/4 pound shelled cooked Dungeness crab; 1/2 cup loosely packed small fresh dill sprigs; About 2 tsp. Aleppo pepper*, Urfa biber*, or ground ancho chile

Servings: persons

Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed with 1/4 tsp. salt in a mortar and pestle
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound dried pappardelle pasta or 1 1/4 lbs. fresh fettuccine
1 pinch saffron threads
1/4 cup butter
3/4 pound shelled cooked Dungeness crab
1/2 cup loosely packed small fresh dill sprigs
About 2 tsp. Aleppo pepper*, Urfa biber*, or ground ancho chile

1
Combine labneh, lemon zest and juice, salt, pepper, garlic, and oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Set aside.
2
Cook pasta as package directs.
3
Meanwhile, pulverize saffron with a mortar and pestle. Add 1/2 cup hot pasta water and loosen saffron bits. Pour into a small saucepan, add butter, and heat until simmering; keep hot. Microwave labneh-lemon mixture until hot but not boiling, 1 minute. Rinse crab with hot water in a strainer to warm.
4
Drain pasta and return to pot. Toss with saffron butter. Add labneh mixture, crab, half of dill, and a little Aleppo pepper and toss very loosely to mix slightly. Pour into a warm rimmed bowl. Sprinkle with remaining dill and a little more Aleppo pepper. Serve with more Aleppo pepper at the table.
5
*Find labneh at Middle Eastern markets, Aleppo pepper in some stores' spice aisles, and Aleppo and Urfa biber at worldspice.com

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Zest and juice of 1 large lemon, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 2 garlic cloves, crushed with 1/4 tsp. salt in a mortar and pestle, and more.

Yes, Dungeness Crab And Garlicky Yogurt Pasta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Dungeness Crab And Garlicky Yogurt Pasta

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