Spicy Crab & Herb Pasta

You know that feeling when the workday winds down, the kitchen’s calling, but the idea of spending hours cooking...?

Nope.

That’s exactly where Big Horn's Spicy Crab & Herb Pasta swoops in! It’s light yet satisfying, elegant but effortless, and totally weeknight-friendly.

We’re talking tender crab, fresh herbs, a sunny burst of lemon, and a little chile kick that keeps things interesting 🔥. Every twirl of pasta gets coated in those bright, balanced flavors - then finished with a silky drizzle of Big Horn Olive Oil for that final touch of coastal-meets-comfort magic.

Perfect for date night, dinner guests, or just treating yourself after a long day. Let's get a little crabby! 🦀🍋✨

Ingredients:

(This recipe makes 6 servings)

• About 1 lb spaghetti (or your favorite long pasta)
• 2 Tbsp EVOO (Any of Big Horn's Traditionals will do nicely!)
• 2 fresh Fresno chile peppers, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 lb jumbo-lump crabmeat, carefully checked for shells
• 2 Tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 Tbsp finely chopped dill
• 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
• 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest (bright and zippy)
• Extra drizzle of EVOO (to finish & serve)
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Act 1: Boil, Baby, Boil

Bring a big pot of salted water to a rolling boil (don't be afraid to salt the water substantially!).

Add your spaghetti and cook until al dente (that perfect little bite).

Before you drain, scoop out a cup of that starchy pasta water - liquid gold for silky sauce magic later. Drain the rest and set it aside while we get things sizzling.

Act 2: Dial Up the Flavor

In a large sauté pan, heat the 2 Tbsp of EVOO over medium. Add your chopped chiles and garlic and let them mingle. You’ll know they’re ready when your kitchen smells incredible (about 3 minutes).

Pour in the white wine and let it bubble away until it’s reduced by half. That quick simmer concentrates the flavor and sets the stage for your crabby masterpiece.

Act 3: Let's Get Crabby

Toss in that beautiful lump crabmeat and gently warm it through. However, don’t overdo it! We're just performing a reheat.

Then, bring in the pasta and a splash of your reserved pasta water to help everything come together. Sprinkle in the parsley, dill, mint, and lemon zest (boom - that’s your freshness trifecta!).

Give it all a gentle toss until everything glistens and smells downright irresistible.

Act 4: A Drizzle to Finish

Here’s where the magic happens: drizzle your favorite Big Horn Olive Oil right over the top and give it one last toss.

Finally, season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.

Serve it up warm, grab a fork, and marvel at how something this elegant came together in no time flat.

Enjoy!