Yabbie or Crayfish Fettuccine

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Yabbie or Crayfish Fettuccine, a creamy seafood pasta dish perfect for elevating any meal. Tender, freshly cooked yabbies or crayfish are folded into a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, shallots, dry white wine, and heavy cream, then tossed with al dente fettuccine for the ultimate comfort food experience. The dish is finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of zesty lemon for a bright, aromatic touch. Quick to prepare with a cook time of just 20 minutes, this decadent recipe is ideal for seafood lovers and makes an impressive choice for date nights or dinner parties. Whether you're hosting or treating yourself, this fettuccine will transport your taste buds straight to gourmet bliss.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Fettuccine pasta
• 400 g Cooked yabbies or crayfish (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 Shallot (finely diced)
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and diced shallot to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Pour the white wine into the skillet and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 7

Gently fold in the cooked yabbies or crayfish, ensuring they are evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for 2 minutes to warm the seafood through.

Step 8

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and lemon zest. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 10

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and give it one final toss.

Step 11

Serve the Yabbie or Crayfish Fettuccine immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1623.4 grams (1623.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4344

Total Fat 221.20g	284%
Saturated Fat 115.30g	577%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.30g
Cholesterol 1000mg	333%
Sodium 7240mg	315%
Total Carbohydrate 315.80g	115%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 17.70g
Protein 213.00g	426%

Vitamin D 7IU	34%
Calcium 2928mg	225%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1504mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 30.8%