Best 10 Annapolis Crab Appetizers Recipes
In the heart of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay region, Annapolis boasts a rich culinary heritage deeply intertwined with the bounty of the sea. Among the city's most celebrated delicacies are its crab appetizers, an array of delectable dishes that pay homage to the region's renowned blue crabs. From the classic simplicity of steamed crabs to the creative flair of crab cakes and crab dip, Annapolis's crab appetizers offer a taste of the Chesapeake's unique flavors and traditions. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor seeking an authentic Maryland experience, these crab appetizers will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
13 BEST CRAB APPETIZERS
Steps:
- Select your favorite recipe.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prep a crab appetizer in 30 minutes or less!
Nutrition Facts :
MARYLAND STYLE CRAB IMPERIAL
Crab Imperial is a timeless dish made with fresh lump crabmeat. You'll love how easy it is to make this classic dish almost as much as you'll love eating it! This dish can be made with your favorite type of crabmeat and can be used as a stuffing mix for lobster, shrimp, mushrooms and fish.
Provided by Chef Dennis Littley
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix mayonnaise, egg, sugar, old bay, lemon juice and parsley together and blend well, this is your imperial sauce.
- Gently fold crabmeat into, imperial sauce, being careful not to break up crab meat.
- place portions in the baking dish of your choice, using ramekins or small casserole dishes
- Spinkle tops of crab imperial with old bay or paprika.
- Bake in 350-degree oven for 20-25 minutes (top will turn golden brown) or until a thermometer gets an internal reading of 165 degrees
- Allow to cool just a few minutes before serving, it will set and be more flavorful as it cools slightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 133 mg, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ANNAPOLIS CRAB APPETIZERS
What could be faster than this recipe for crab on English Muffins! They can be made ahead and frozen. Just take one out of the freezer,or any number out, and broil
Provided by quotFoodThe Way To
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Split English Muffins in half.
- In a medium bowl, mix together butter, cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and Old Bay Seasoning.
- CAREFULLY add crab meat, being careful not to break it up to much.
- Spread crab mixture on muffins.
- Place muffin halves on cookie sheets and freeze.
- When ready to serve, remove from freezer and cut into quarters.
- Place under broiler until bubbly and lightly browned on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 57.2, Sodium 684.5, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 12.2
PUFF PASTRY SHELL CRAB APPETIZERS
A quick, easy appetizer that gets rave reviews. To make it spicier, add either wasabi or horseradish to taste.
Provided by ovendiva
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 18m
Yield 30 canapes, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Soften the cream cheese.
- Mix all ingredients except shells in bowl.
- Fill pastry shells (approx. 1/2 tsp each).
- Bake according to directions on pastry shell box.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 958.6, Fat 66.8, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 70, Sodium 676.1, Carbohydrate 65.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2, Protein 24
CHESAPEAKE CRAB DIP
Many of the Maryland Green School students work to improve the health of our local treasure, the Chesapeake Bay. Crab stars in this creamy dip that highlights the importance of their efforts. -Carol Brzezinski, Marriottsville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 2-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°; in a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard, seafood seasoning and garlic salt. Fold in crab. Transfer to a greased 9-in. pie plate. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika., Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Serve warm with crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.
BABY BRIE CRAB APPETIZERS
This appetizer is so... good! Very easy and equally impressive to guests at your next party or for a great evening at home.
Provided by Corrinne J
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 30 appetizers, 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Trim rind from outside edge of cheese.
- Cut crosswise into 6 strips. Trim rind from each strip.
- To form 30 pieces, cut the 4 longest strips each into 6 cubes.
- Cut the 2 shortest strips each into 3 cubes.
- In small bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, pimiento and shallot.
- Arrange tartlet shells on large cookie sheet. Spoon crab mixture evenly into tartlet shells, about 1 teaspoons each. Top with cheese cube.
- Bake 5 minutes or until cheese is soft and melted.
- Sprinkle with chives.
CRAB APPETIZERS
Make and share this Crab Appetizers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Just Cher
Categories Crab
Time 25m
Yield 30 Appetizers, 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Separate biscuits.
- Divide each biscuit into 3 parts.
- You will end up with 30 pieces.
- Place on a cookie sheet and bake 8-10 minutes.
- Spread generously with cream cheese.
- Sprinkle with seasoning salt.
- Top with crab meat.
- Top with grated cheeses.
- Sprinkle with dill.
- Bake or broil until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.5, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 23.9, Sodium 88.5, Carbohydrate 0.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3
CRAB PUFFS APPETIZERS
you can prepare these ahead and freeze just remove from freezer without defrosting and bake until crisp, great to have handy in your freezer for unexpected guests
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- in a medium bowl combine crab, cheese, onions, Worcestershire sauce and dry mustard; mix well.
- In a large saucepan combine butter and salt; bring to a boil then remove from heat, and add flour, beating until mixture forms a ball.
- Add in eggs one at a time, beating after each.
- Blend in crab mixture, mix well.
- Drop by small teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet (at this point, puffs can be frozen on baking sheet).
- Bake 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F, and bake for 10 minutes more.
- Note: unbaked puffs can be frozen on a baking sheet, and transfered to plastic freezer bags; bake WITHOUT defrosting at 375 until crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 72.3, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.8
OLD ENGLISH CRAB-CHEESE MELTAWAYS
These delicious appetizers are a fabulous way to start any party and can be prepared anytime in advance and frozen--then broiled from frozen to serve!
Provided by joearbeely
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 48 pieces, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place muffin pieces on 2 cookie tins. Rinse and drain crab meat; drain well. Mix crab with butter, cheese, salts and mayonnaise. Mix well and spread on muffin pieces. You must freeze for at least 30 minutes or longer before broiling. Broil until puffed, bubbly and slightly golden brown. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.1, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 7, Sodium 81.6, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 1.4
EAST COAST CRAB APPETIZERS
Make and share this East Coast Crab Appetizers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jessi-ryan
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt cheese and butter; add crab meat and mushrooms.
- Spoon on split muffins.
- Place under broiler until slightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 56.8, Sodium 826.3, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 12.9
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality crab meat.
- Be careful not to overcook the crab cakes, or they will become tough.
- If you don't have any Old Bay seasoning, you can substitute a mixture of celery salt, paprika, and dry mustard.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade.
- For the crab dip, use a good quality cream cheese and sour cream.
- Be sure to mix the crab dip well before serving.
- Serve the crab dip with crackers, chips, or vegetables.
- For the crab rangoon, use wonton wrappers that are not too thick.
- Be sure to seal the crab rangoon wrappers tightly, or they will come apart during frying.
- Serve the crab rangoon with a sweet and sour sauce.
Conclusion:
These Annapolis crab appetizers are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. They are easy to make and absolutely delicious. With a variety of flavors and textures, there is something for everyone to enjoy. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer, give one of these recipes a try.
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