Best 7 Crab Melt Loaf Recipes
Calling all seafood enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our delectable crab melt loaf. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. This ultimate crab indulgence combines the richness of crab meat enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese, all nestled within a golden-brown loaf of bread. Our comprehensive guide features not one, but two irresistible recipes to satisfy your seafood cravings. The first recipe takes you on a classic culinary adventure, while the second adds a delightful twist with the inclusion of artichokes, creating an unforgettable fusion of flavors. Get ready to embark on a seafood extravaganza that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CRAB MELT
This Crab Melt will become your favorite open faced sandwich recipe! Deliciously cheesy and easy to make!
Provided by Jessica Formicola
Categories Main Course Main Dish
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Coat a 9x9 baking dish (or similar size) with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Combine Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, chopped onion, lump crab meat, chopped artichokes, parsley, fine sea salt, white pepper and smoked paprika in a medium bowl. Toss to combine being carful to not break apart crab pieces.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes, or until starting to lightly brown.
- Place sourdough bread slices on a rimmed baking sheet. Place under high broil about 4 inches from the heating mechanism for 3-4 minutes or until they brown lightly. Remove.
- Evenly spoon hot crab mixture over each slice of bread, 2 slices of tomato and 2 slices of Monterey Jack cheese.
- Place back under the broiler until cheese melts, approximately 2 minutes, but watch closely considering that broilers vary greatly.
- Serve open face and hot.
- If you've tried this recipe, please come back and let us know how it was!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1695 kcal, Carbohydrate 90 g, Protein 80 g, Fat 112 g, SaturatedFat 40 g, Cholesterol 204 mg, Sodium 3688 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CRAB MELTS
These special open-faced sandwiches from Donna Bennett of Washougal, Washington have wonderful crab and cheese flavor. "This recipe closely resembles a dish my husband and I enjoyed at a favorite restaurant several years ago," Donna writes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the crab, mayonnaise, celery and onion. Place muffins on an ungreased baking sheet. , Broil 4-6 in. from the heat until toasted. Spread each muffin half with crab mixture. Top with tomato and cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Broil until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts :
THE BEST CRAB CAKES
When we set out to make the "best" crab cakes, opinions in the test kitchen were strong and varied. But we could all agree on plenty of fresh, high-quality crabmeat with very little filler. After some tinkering, we created these decadent cakes-generously sized and highly seasoned-with plenty of lemon juice, fresh herbs and spices. The jumbo lump crabmeat is front and center, so splurge on the best and freshest you can find.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- For the crab cakes: Gently fold together the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, chives, Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper and the juice and zest of one lemon in a large bowl. Refrigerate the crab mixture for 15 minutes to firm up; this allows the breadcrumbs to absorb some of the liquid, helping the crab cakes bind together.
- Meanwhile, make the tartar sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, chives, zest and juice of 1 lemon in a medium bowl and mix until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Scoop heaping half cups of the crab mixture and pat into 2 1/2-inch wide patties. Lightly press them together so they do not fall apart while cooking. You should have 8 patties.
- Heat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crab cakes to the pan and cook until golden, about 2 minutes, then flip using a flat metal spatula. Continue to cook until lightly golden, about 1 1/2 minutes then transfer the pan to the oven. Cook until the crab cakes are completely heated through, about 10 minutes.
- Serve the crab cakes with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
QUICK CRAB MELTS
Two types of cheese on top of a savory crab mixture make these open-faced sandwiches ooey-gooey good! I usually serve them for dinner, but they also make a great app when cut in half. -Donna Bennett, Bramalea, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, mix crab, mayonnaise, celery and green onion until blended. Place muffin halves on an ungreased baking sheet., Broil 4-6 in. from heat until toasted. Spread with crab mixture. Top with tomato and cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Broil until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
CRAB MELT SANDWICHES
This open-faced classic is irresistible! Melty flavors and the golden appearance make the sandwich a hit at luncheons for all ages, or you could serve it as part of a light dinner. -Verla Stapleton, Cibolo, TX
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Brush muffins with butter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until toasted., In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, egg yolks, onion and seasonings. Fold in crab. Spread 3 tablespoons crab mixture over each muffin half. , Broil for 2-3 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Freeze option: Cover and freeze uncooked crab-topped muffins in a single layer for up to 2 months. Place frozen muffins on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes, then broil for 5 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CRAB LOAF
A tasty chilled dip to serve with crackers or vegetables. I got this years ago from a coworker's wife.
Provided by Chilicat
Categories Crab
Time 8h15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt soup and add gelatin, stirring till dissolved.
- Cool slightly and add cream cheese, mixing well. Add mayonnaise, green onions, celery and crab meat.
- Pour into mold and set overnight.
- Serve with crackers or vegetables.
- Variations:.
- Use salmon instead of crab meat.
- Add 1/4°C chopped sweet onion (reduce green onion to 2 stalks).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2143.7, Fat 158.9, SaturatedFat 53.7, Cholesterol 359.6, Sodium 7169, Carbohydrate 104.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 22.6, Protein 81.4
CRAB SALAD ON CROISSANTS
These seafood-filled croissants will leave you anything but crabby. We had used the filling as an appetizer, but found it makes a quick and easy sandwich, too. -Kari Moore, West Plains, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the crab, celery, onions and cheese. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and yogurt until blended. Pour over crab mixture; toss to coat. Line croissants with lettuce; top with crab salad and tomato slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- If you don't have any Old Bay seasoning, you can use a combination of paprika, celery salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Be sure to use a loaf of bread that is sturdy enough to hold up to the crab mixture. A sourdough or French bread loaf works well.
- If you want a cheesy crab melt, you can add a layer of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese to the top of the crab mixture before baking.
- Serve the crab melt loaf with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or cocktail sauce.
Conclusion:
The crab melt loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover crab meat. With its creamy, cheesy filling and crispy breadcrumb topping, the crab melt loaf is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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