Spicy Crab and Vermicelli (Rachael Ray) Recipe

Name: Spicy Crab and Vermicelli (Rachael Ray)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 -16 ounces vermicelli; salt; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small bits; 12-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; 12 lb shiitake mushroom, stemmed and thinly sliced; ¼ cup dry sherry or ¼ cup marsala; 8 ounces lump crabmeat, drained weight, shredded; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, ie. San Marzano; ¼ cup half-and-half or ¼ cup cream; ¼ cup parmigiano, shredded; 10 -12 basil leaves, shredded

Servings: persons

12 -16 ounces vermicelli
salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter, cut into small bits
12-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 shallots, thinly sliced
12 lb shiitake mushroom, stemmed and thinly sliced
¼ cup dry sherry or ¼ cup marsala
8 ounces lump crabmeat, drained weight, shredded
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, ie. San Marzano
¼ cup half-and-half or ¼ cup cream
¼ cup parmigiano, shredded
10 -12 basil leaves, shredded

1
Place a large pot of water on to boil.
2
Add pasta and salt water.
3
Cook to al dente.
4
While water comes to a boil, heat a deep skillet over medium heat.
5
Add extra-virgin olive oil and butter.
6
To warm oil and butter add crushed red pepper flakes, garlic and shallots, saute 3 minutes, add shiitake mushrooms and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.
7
Deglaze the pan with sherry or Marsala wine, scatter in crabmeat - feeling for shell bits as you go.
8
Warm the ingredients through, a minute or so, stir in tomatoes and heat through, 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Stir in half-and-half or cream and reduce heat to lowest setting.
10
Drain pasta when cooked to al dente and toss with sauce and crab.
11
Top with cheese, and basil.

669

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 -16 ounces vermicelli, salt, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small bits, and more.

Yes, Spicy Crab and Vermicelli (Rachael Ray) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Crab and Vermicelli (Rachael Ray)

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