Crab Chilli and Basil Linguine

Nothing says an Italian summer like fresh seafood pasta with a hint of chilli heat.

175G dried linguine

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp chilli puree

1/2 tsp garlic puree

250g white crab meat

100ml white wine

50g unsalted butter

Salt & pepper

Fresh basil to garnish

Step 1

Bring a large pan of saucepan of water to the boil, add a good pinch of sea salt and a little olive oil. Add the linguine and cook for 10 minutes until just al dente, tender but firm to the bit. Drain in a colander and then refresh under cold running water to prevent sticking. This can be done beforehand.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok and add the chilli and garlic purees.

Step 3

Add the crab meat, white wine, butter & seasoning and mix gently together to combine.

Step 4

Add the cooked linguine and stir to heat through. Serve in a large pasta bowl with torn basil leaves sprinkled on top.