Crab spread is a seafood dish that typically comprises crab meat, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings. It can be served as an appetizer, sandwich filling, or cracker spread. Crab spread is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. This article provides two delicious crab spread recipes: a classic crab spread and a spicy crab spread.
The classic crab spread recipe is a simple and straightforward dish that is perfect for any occasion. It combines lump crab meat, mayonnaise, celery, onion, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. The spicy crab spread recipe adds a kick of heat to the classic dish with the addition of diced jalapeños and cayenne pepper. Both recipes are easy to make and can be prepared in just a few minutes. Whether you are looking for a classic or spicy crab spread, these recipes are sure to please.
CRAB DIP
This easy Crab Dip recipe is meant to impress, made with fresh lump crab meat in a creamy dip that can be served hot or cold.
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Appetizer
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add cream cheese to a mixing bowl and beat until smooth. Stir in mayo, sour cream, garlic, green onion, Old Bay seasoning, salt, Worcestershire, and lemon juice.
- Add ¾ cup cheddar cheese and hot sauce and mix until smooth. Stir in crab meat.
- Spread into a 9″ pie dish or similar size baking pan and sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm, with slices of sourdough bread, crackers, tortilla chips or chopped cold veggies.
- Leftover crab dip will keep, stored covered in the fridge, for up to 5 days. Rewarm in the microwave.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 1156 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAM CHEESE CRAB SPREAD WITH HOMEMADE CROSTINI
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 18 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the cream cheese and all but 1/2 cup of the crabmeat in a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Roll into an 8-inch log and refrigerate until firmed up slightly, about 1 hour. Refrigerate the remaining 1/2 cup crabmeat until serving.
- Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt and some pepper in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.
- Place the log on a serving platter. Spoon some of the sauce over it, reserving the remaining sauce in a small bowl to serve on the side. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup crabmeat on top and garnish with the chives. Rub the garlic onto one side of each slice of bread and arrange the bread on the serving platter.
CRAB IMPERIAL II
A tangy, rich crab dish that will be enjoyed by the family or by guest. Incorporate scallops and tiny shrimp to dress up the dish.
Provided by Al P.
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay Seasoning, salt, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, and beaten egg.. Mix thoroughly.
- In an 8" pie dish, spread mixture and lightly coat the entire dish with bread crumbs. Then sprinkle the top with paprika. Dot the dish with the butter.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 166.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1086.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
CREAMY CRAB SPREAD
This spread is so good, we never have leftovers. It's ideal for busy days because it's ready in a jiffy. -Norma Reynolds, York, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise and ketchup; beat until smooth. Stir in the crab and onion. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.
EASY CRAB COCKTAIL SPREAD
Make and share this Easy Crab Cocktail Spread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place cream cheese on plate.
- Pour cocktail sauce over cheese.
- Place the crabmeat on top.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
CRAB SPREAD I
An easy, but filling appetizer for your next party. Serve with small serving knife over assorted crackers.
Provided by L. Gerken
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Crab Dip Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place cream cheese on large plate. Cover with crabmeat, squeeze juice of one lemon over the crabmeat. Pour cocktail sauce over top of the entire concoction.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1324.6 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
WARM CRAB DIP II
If you serve this in sliced pita bread it taste like the hot crab sandwiches served at state fairs . Good with chips, too! To prepare in the microwave, soften the cream cheese in a microwave safe dish. Follow the steps for combining the ingredients. Microwave on medium for 4 to 6 minutes.
Provided by Penny
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Crab Dip Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium baking dish, mash the cream cheese with a fork. Blend in the mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and green onion.
- Rinse the crab meat and remove any pieces of shell. Flake the crab meat and mix it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 135.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
SHRIMP SPREAD II
This is a wonderful hot shrimp spread for crackers. It's quick and easy, and it goes quickly whenever it's served.
Provided by joan
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Shrimp Dip Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, shrimp, mayonnaise, onion, horseradish, dill, and hot pepper sauce. Pour mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon pepper seasoning and paprika.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 minutes; or until the mixture is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 63.2 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 219.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CURRIED CRAB SPREAD
At holiday time, I always have cream cheese and crabmeat on hand. In case of drop-ins, I just mix up an easy spread by adding mango chutney and spices. -Jennifer Phillips, Goffstown, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 24 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, lemon zest, curry powder, salt and, if desired, chili sauce; gently fold in crab. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer bread crumbs to a shallow bowl., Unwrap disk and press all sides into bread crumbs; place on a serving plate. Spoon chutney over top; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CRAB SPREAD
Make and share this Crab Spread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by BelindaGA
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 1 platter
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whip cream cheese with mixer.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise and onion; mix well.
- Spread evenly on a serving platter.
- Spread 1/2 bottle chili sauce over the cream cheese mixture.
- Flake drained crabmeat over the top.
- Sprinkle with dried parley flakes.
- Serve with Frito scoops or with crackers as a spread.
LUMP CRABMEAT AU GRATIN/DIP II
Pappadeaux's is famous for many delicious dishes, the crab & spinach dip being one of the most popular. Here's my version of that amazing dip. Shrimp or Crawfish can be added or substituted for the crabmeat.
Provided by Donna Graffagnino
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven 350° F. Microwave onions and garlic in microwave safe bowl with just a little water for about 3 minutes or until onions are translucent. Completely drain the liquid and set aside.
- 2. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add crabmeat and sauté about 3 minutes being careful not to break up crabmeat. Scoop out crab meat and add to onions. Leave the liquid in the skillet.
- 3. Reduce heat to low and stir flour into the crab/butter liquid until well blended.
- 4. Add Monterey Jack cheese and cream cheese; stir until cheeses are completely melted.
- 5. Increase heat to medium and add Half & Half, salt, pepper & cayenne, stirring continuously until mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat immediately.
- 6. Fold in onions and crab meat, being careful not to break up crabmeat.
- 7. Pour into 6 individual buttered Ramekins or into a buttered 9 x 9 shallow casserole dish.
- 8. Sprinkle top with green onions, then top with shredded cheese. If serving as a dip, make the garlic bread now.
- 9. Put the bread slices on a baking sheet lined with foil. Combine melted butter and granulated garlic then liberally brush on one side of the baguette slices. Sprinkle lightly with parsley and grated parmesan cheese.
- 10. Put dip in the oven on lower rack and garlic bread on the top rack. Bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and dip is hot and bubbly, and garlic bread is toasted. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality crab meat for the best flavor.
- Be sure to remove all of the cartilage from the crab meat before using it.
- If you don't have any mayonnaise on hand, you can use Greek yogurt as a substitute.
- Add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the crab spread for a brighter flavor.
- Garnish the crab spread with chopped chives or parsley before serving.
Conclusion:
Crab spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like it classic or spicy, there is a crab spread recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer to serve at your next party or gathering, give crab spread a try. You won't be disappointed!
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