Crab Imperial Stuffed Portobellos: A Culinary Symphony of Crab, Cheese, and Mushrooms
Indulge in a seafood sensation with Crab Imperial Stuffed Portobellos, a delectable dish that harmonizes the delicate sweetness of crab with the earthy richness of mushrooms. This culinary masterpiece features succulent crab meat enveloped in a creamy, cheesy imperial sauce, nestled within the hearty embrace of portobello mushrooms. Each bite promises a symphony of flavors and textures, making it a feast for both the palate and the eyes. This article presents a collection of recipes that offer diverse interpretations of this classic dish, catering to various dietary preferences and culinary styles. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect crab imperial filling, mastering the art of stuffing portobello mushrooms, and exploring tantalizing variations that include vegetarian and gluten-free options. Embark on a culinary journey as you delve into the world of Crab Imperial Stuffed Portobellos, where seafood elegance meets mushroomy goodness.
CRAB-STUFFED PORTOBELLOS
Fans of portobello mushrooms will want to make these delectable treats filled with a tasty blend of crabmeat, cheese and sweet red pepper again and again. -Pat Ford, Southampton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove and discard stems from mushrooms. Place caps on a greased baking sheet. Combine oil and garlic; brush over mushrooms. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes or until tender. , In a small bowl, combine crab and mayonnaise. Place a red pepper half on each mushroom; top with crab mixture. Broil for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Top with cheese; broil 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 30g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1014mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
CRABMEAT STUFFED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM CAPS
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 appetizer portions
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Peel the brown skin from the tops of the mushrooms to reveal the cream colored under skin. Toss the mushroom caps with the 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Place the caps on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet, stem-end up, and roast in the oven until well roasted and browned, about 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool for 10 minutes.
- Set a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat and add the butter to the pan. Once the butter is melted, about 1 minute, add the onions and saute until translucent, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the flour into the pan and stir to form a roux. Continue to cook the roux for 2 to 3 minutes before adding the milk. Bring the milk to a boil and reduce to a simmer, season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper and the nutmeg.
- Cook the bechamel sauce for 5 minutes before removing from the heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before folding in the crabmeat and cheese. Combine the bread crumbs with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Spoon 1/3 cup of the bechamel over each mushroom cap and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the bread crumb mixture over each stuffed mushroom. Place in the oven and roast until the bechamel is bubbling and lightly browned on the edges, about 8 to 10 minutes. Serve immediately.
CRAB IMPERIAL STUFFED PORTOBELLOS
Crab imperial baked in a Ramekin just got UPGRADED. Feel free to omit the cheese if you choose or experiment with different types of cheese. I have used mozzarella, provolone, Swiss, Fontina and Asiago. All with good results, but i initially added to keep the mushroom moisture from entering the Imperial
Provided by Greg Appel
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Place cookie sheet or glass casserole dish in oven and preheat to 400
- 2. Wipe any loose dirt off of mushroom caps with a dry paper towel. Scrape gills off underside with the edge of a spoon. And cut stem off at base.
- 3. Places slice of cheese on each mushroom cap
- 4. Pick through crab meat to make sure there's no shells
- 5. Chefs Note Start with 1 tbsp of mayonnaise and add more if needed. We're just looking to bind the crab meat. If you feel that it's to moist just add another sprinkle of bread crumbs
- 6. Add remaining ingredients ( except paprika ) and mix into crab meat
- 7. Divide mixture and scoop into mushroom caps, leveling and spreading evenly. Take a small scoop of mayonnaise and thinly spread across the top of crab meat to seal
- 8. Sprinkle top with paprika
- 9. Place mushrooms on preheated cookie sheet, or glass casserole dish put in oven and bake for 20 minutes
CRAB CAKE-STUFFED PORTOBELLOS
Served as an hors d'oeuvre or a light main dish, these stuffed mushrooms are pretty and delicious. Canned crabmeat becomes absolutely elegant. -Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove stems from mushrooms (discard or save for another use); set caps aside. In a small skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil until tender. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, egg, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup cheese and seafood seasoning. Gently stir in crab and onion., Spoon 1/2 cup crab mixture into each mushroom cap; drizzle with remaining oil. Sprinkle with paprika and remaining cheese. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
Nutrition Facts :
CRAB STUFFED PORTOBELLOS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Put a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of the coconut oil. Once heated, add the portobello stems and sliced scallions and saute until tender, about 2 minutes. Fold in the crabmeat, Creole seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Brush the mushroom caps with the last tablespoon of coconut oil. Stuff the caps with the crab filling and put into the oven to roast for 15 minutes.
- Remove the mushrooms from the oven and top with the Parmesan. Put back into the oven and continue cooking until the cheese has melted, another 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and cut as desired for serving.
PORTABELLA MUSHROOMS TOPPED WITH CRAB IMPERIAL A LA JOHN SHIELDS
A personal favorite! This is very close to the appetizer served at John Shields' restaurant at the Baltimore Museum of Art called "Gertrude's," which started me on this chase. Some people say everything is better with bacon; I say everything is better with dry sherry! At Gertrude's, John Shields further reduces the butter/sherry liquid to create a thick pool on the plate on which to place the stuffed mushrooms; if you prefer to do that, use 4 tablespoons butter to saute the bell peppers and chopped mushrooms. And if the only crabmeat you can get is the pasteurized canned crabmeat, this recipe gives you your best shot at making it taste GOOD. From "Chesapeake Bay Cooking with John Shields". Note: In Maryland, crab-stuffed mushrooms can resemble a crab cake sitting atop a mushroom cap "plate"; do not picture a mushroom cap with scant filling, that's not our style. You do not want the taste of the portabello mushrooms to overwhelm the crab.
Provided by KateL
Categories Crab
Time 57m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- SAUTE MUSHROOMS:.
- Melt the butter in a skillet large enough to hold your mushrooms at one time. Saute the mushroom caps for 5 minutes, or until barely tender.
- Pour in the sherry, turn up the heat, and reduce the liquid by half.
- Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Meanwhile line a baking/broiling tray with aluminum foil. Place the mushroom caps on the tray, reserving the butter/sherry liquid in the skillet.
- MAKE CRAB MIXTURE:.
- Saute the bell peppers and mushrooms in the reserved butter/sherry liquid until soft. Set aside.
- Combine the mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire, Tabasco, capers, pepper, and Chesapeake seasoning in a small bowl and mix well. Add the sauteed peppers and mushrooms.
- Place the crabmeat in a mixing bowl and pour the seasoned mayonnaise mixture over it. Toss gently.
- Spoon the crabmeat mixture on top of the mushroom caps (already on the aluminum-foil-lined trays).
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 to 25 minutes.
- MAKE IMPERIAL TOPPING:.
- Meanwhile, combine all Imperial Topping ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Spoon the topping evenly over each mound of crabmeat.
- Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, or until nicely browned. (If broiler is unavailable, brown the top in the oven. It will take a bit longer.).
- Serve immediately. Serves 4.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 545, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 197.9, Sodium 1177.8, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 6.1, Protein 29.8
Tips:
- Choose portobello mushrooms that are large and have a firm texture.
- Remove the mushroom stems and gills to create a bowl-shaped cavity for the crab imperial filling.
- To make the crab imperial filling, use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. Mix the crab meat with breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Stuff the portobello mushrooms with the crab imperial filling and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake the stuffed portobello mushrooms at 400°F for 20 minutes, or until the crab imperial filling is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve the stuffed portobello mushrooms immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Crab imperial stuffed portobello mushrooms are a delicious and elegant appetizer or main course. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With their combination of crab, cheese, and mushrooms, these stuffed portobello mushrooms are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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