Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp & Crab Alla Vodka Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Bella
Time30m
Serves4

Shrimp, lump crab meat & onions tossed with linguine & vodka in crema-rosa sauce

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Seafood

Sauce

Garnish

Method

Prepare the Pasta

  1. 1

    Cook the Linguine

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce

  1. 2

    Sauté Onions and Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  2. 3

    Add Vodka

    Pour in the vodka and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

  3. 4

    Add Tomatoes and Cream

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Cook the Seafood

  1. 5

    Add Shrimp and Crab

    Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook until they are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Gently fold in the lump crab meat and fresh basil.

Combine and Serve

  1. 6

    Mix with Pasta

    Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta in the sauce and incorporate the seafood.

  2. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

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