Introduction: A Seafood Pasta That’s Full of Flavor & Soul
If seafood is your love language, this Marry Me Salmon, Crab & Shrimp Pasta is about to sweep you off your feet. Created by @jasziwiththepots, this rich, decadent dish is packed with bold seasoning, juicy seafood, and a creamy garlic herb sauce that clings to every bite of pasta. It’s soul food meets seafood boil—with a restaurant-quality twist you can whip up at home.
The “Marry Me” in the name isn’t just for fun—this pasta is that good. With snow crab, salmon, shrimp, and a buttery tomato-spinach cream sauce, this is the kind of dish you make for special occasions, date night, or when you want to treat yourself. Black folks love flavor, and this dish brings all of it: spicy, creamy, garlicky, and unforgettable.
Ingredients
Seafood & Pasta:
- 3 snow crab clusters
- 1½ lbs salmon
- 1½ lbs shrimp
- 16 oz linguine pasta
Sauce & Aromatics:
- 1½ sticks KerryGold garlic & herb butter
- 4 cloves chopped garlic
- ¼ cup chopped shallots
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz raw spinach
- 1½ cups heavy whipped cream
- ⅓ cup white cooking wine
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp chili onion crunch
- 3 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Olive oil
Seasonings:
- Seafood Magic
- Slap Ya Mama
- Italian seasoning
- Crushed red pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
Steps: How to Make This Seafood Pasta
1. Remove Crab Meat
- Crack open the snow crab clusters and remove all the meat.
- Set aside.
2. Season & Bake Salmon
- Coat salmon in olive oil and season with all dry spices.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
3. Season & Cook Shrimp
- Season shrimp the same way, fry in a large pot for 2 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp and set aside.
4. Sauté Aromatics
- Melt garlic herb butter in the same pot.
- Sauté garlic, shallots, and chili onion crunch until tender.
5. Build the Sauce
- Add heavy cream and white wine to the pot.
- Stir well to combine.
6. Add Veggies
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach until wilted.
7. Season the Sauce
- Season with Seafood Magic, Slap Ya Mama, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
8. Add Cheese & Lemon
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until the sauce thickens.
9. Combine with Pasta
- Add cooked noodles to the sauce, stirring until fully coated.
10. Add the Seafood
- Cut salmon into chunks, then add salmon, shrimp, and crab meat to the pot; stir gently to combine.
11. Finish & Serve
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for 5 minutes; serve hot and enjoy!
Pro Tips & Suggestions
- Use fresh seafood for maximum flavor and texture.
- Don’t skip the lemon juice—it balances the richness of the sauce.
- Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if it gets too thick.
- Add extra chili oil if you like more heat and flavor punch.
About the Creator
This recipe is by Jaszi, the flavor-forward cook behind @jasziwiththepots. Known for her rich, soulful dishes and viral pasta creations, she brings spice and love to every pot she stirs.
Jaszi | @jasziwiththepots