Best 6 Crab On A Cracker Recipes

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**Explore the World of Crab Delicacies: A Culinary Journey Through 6 Unique Recipes**

Seafood enthusiasts, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our specially curated collection of crab recipes. From classic dishes to creative fusions, this article offers a diverse range of options to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience. Dive into the succulent flavors of crab cakes, where succulent crab meat is delicately combined with herbs and spices, then coated in a crispy golden crust. Experience the harmony of flavors in our crab rangoon recipe, where creamy crab filling is enveloped in crispy wonton wrappers, creating a delightful appetizer or party snack. Indulge in the richness of crab dip, a creamy and flavorful spread perfect for gatherings, served with crackers or fresh vegetables. Discover the comforting warmth of crab bisque, a velvety soup that exudes the essence of crab with every spoonful. Satisfy your seafood cravings with crab fried rice, a vibrant dish that combines the delicate taste of crab with aromatic rice, vegetables, and savory seasonings. And for a taste of coastal living, try our crab boil recipe, a feast of seafood, corn, and potatoes, all infused with a flavorful broth. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors as you explore these delectable crab recipes, each offering a unique culinary experience.

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CRAB ON CRACKERS HORS D'OEUVRES WITH A TWIST



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This hors d'Oeuvre is relatively easy to produce, and makes a great way to keep your guests happy while waiting for the main event. And with only six ingredients, it's a snap to put together. Actually, I'm make a bunch of these up for one of my clients, and I'll probably save a few for my July 4th party coming up this...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 oz fresh crabmeat, picked over for shells
3 Tbsp mayo
1 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 pinch cayenne pepper
4 slice bacon, thick sliced
15-20 slice colby cheese, cut into 1-inch squares about 1/8 inch thick

Steps:

  • 1. Gather all your ingredients
  • 2. Sauté the bacon until crisp, but not too crisp
  • 3. Remove from pan and allow to drain and cool on some paper towels
  • 4. Chef's Note: Reserve the bacon grease for another use (I'm planning on sautéing a couple of chicken breasts with it... but that's another recipe).
  • 5. Chop the bacon into small pieces and reserve.
  • 6. Add the mayo, lemon juice, salt & pepper (to taste), and the cayenne pepper to a bowl, and mix thoroughly.
  • 7. Carefully fold in the crab until fully incorporated.
  • 8. Place a heaping teaspoon of the crab mixture on a cracker, and add a few pieces of chopped bacon.
  • 9. Cover with a piece of the cheese, and place in a broiler and broil until the cheese bubbles and begins to brown.
  • 10. Serve with a lemon or lime wedge. Enjoy.
  • 11. Keep the faith and keep cooking.

CRAB BALLS



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These baked crab balls are super easy to make, and are a fun dish to make. The recipe is fun because it could be enjoyed as an appetizer or a light dinner.

Provided by Melissa Turner

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb Backfin crab meat
1 egg, beaten
1 c crushed Ritz crackers
1 tsp yellow mustard
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp parsley
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Place crab meat in a mixing bowl and pick out any stray shell fragments.
  • 2. Add crushed crackers, Old Bay seasoning, and parsley to the crab.
  • 3. In a separate bowl, combine egg, mustard, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Whip with a whisk until smooth.
  • 4. Pour egg mixture over the crab meat and crackers. Gently mix, careful not to break up large lumps of crab meat.
  • 5. Mold into golfball-sized balls and place on a cookie sheet.
  • 6. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • 7. Drizzle with melted butter and allow to cool. Serve with saltine crackers. Enjoy delicious baked crab balls!

CRAB OR SHRIMP ON CRACKERS



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My mom has made these ever since I was little. We usually make these with crab meat, but you can use canned shrimp if you'd like. These are very easy and quick to make. I will sometimes make the mixture ahead of time and then just top on crackers and bake.

Provided by JenzyGirl

Categories     Crab

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat (if shrimp, rinse) or 1 (6 ounce) can shrimp (if shrimp, rinse)
2 tablespoons Miracle Whip
2 tablespoons minced onions
cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except the cheese until mixture sticks together. Put enough mixture to cover cracker and top with a pinch of cheese. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350 until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.8, Fat 0.3, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 355.4, Carbohydrate 0.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 7.8

CRAB CAKE SANDWICHES WITH OYSTER-CRACKER BREADING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 slices white sandwich bread
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
1 1/4 cups oyster crackers
Vegetable oil, for frying
8 hamburger buns, split
Bibb lettuce, for serving
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Make the crab cakes: Tear the bread into very small pieces or rub between your hands into small crumbs. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the breadcrumbs are toasted and crisp, about 3 minutes; transfer to a large bowl and let cool. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet; let cool slightly.
  • Add the egg, mayonnaise, chives, parsley, lemon zest, paprika, cayenne and melted butter to the breadcrumb mixture; stir to combine. Add the crab and gently stir until just combined. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form the crab mixture into eight 21/2- to 3-inch patties; transfer to the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, grind the oyster crackers in a food processor to make fine crumbs; set aside.
  • Make the sauce: Whisk the mayonnaise with the lemon zest and juice, cayenne, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in the chives. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Cook the crab cakes: Heat 1/2 inch vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Press the crab cakes into the ground oyster crackers, turning to coat. Working in batches, add the crab cakes to the skillet and fry, turning, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. (Adjust the heat if the crab cakes are browning too quickly.) Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve the crab cakes on the buns with lettuce and sauce.

BAKED CRAB DIP WITH OLD BAY AND RITZ CRACKERS



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This crab dip is inspired by a recipe called "ritzy dip" from the "Three Rivers Cookbook," a Pittsburgh community cookbook published in 1973, in which canned crab is mixed with cream cheese, topped with Ritz crackers and baked. Fresh lump crab meat is the star in this updated version, with lemon juice, scallions and plenty of Old Bay seasoning to spice things up. This recipe doubles easily for larger groups, and the whole thing can be assembled and refrigerated up to a day in advance before being baked.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dips and spreads, seafood, appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Unsalted butter, for greasing the baking dish
8 ounces fresh lump or jumbo lump crab meat
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 scallion, trimmed and minced, plus more for serving
3/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, plus more for serving
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup crushed Ritz crackers (from about 7 crackers), plus more whole crackers for serving
Sliced English cucumbers and other crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees and grease a shallow, 2-cup capacity baking dish or ovenproof skillet with butter.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan, mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, scallion, Old Bay and salt; mix with a fork until thoroughly combined. Scrape the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth into an even layer.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan and the crushed Ritz crackers; sprinkle the mixture evenly over the dip.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown on top. Dust lightly with Old Bay, sprinkle with a few minced scallions, and serve hot with sliced cucumbers and crackers.

BEST EVER CRAB CAKES



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These are the fastest, easiest crab cakes I have ever made and some of the best I have ever eaten! Serve with coarse mustard on the plate or your favorite mustard sauce.

Provided by LINDACHEK

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon minced green onions
8 ounces crabmeat
½ cup crushed buttery round crackers
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, tarragon, and scallions. Gently stir in crabmeat, being careful not to break up meat. Gradually mix in cracker crumbs, adding until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Form crab mixture into 4 patties. Place patties in skillet, and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right crab: Blue crab, Dungeness crab, and snow crab are popular choices for crab on a cracker.
  • Cook the crab properly: Steaming or boiling are the best methods for cooking crab. Avoid overcooking, as this will toughen the meat.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your crab on a cracker.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to enjoy crab on a cracker. Try different dipping sauces, toppings, and sides.
  • Have fun! Crab on a cracker is a delicious and social meal. Enjoy it with friends and family.

Conclusion:

Crab on a cracker is a classic seafood dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and memorable meal. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish that is both impressive and easy to make, give crab on a cracker a try. You won't be disappointed.

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