Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Crab Stuffed Portobellos, a symphony of flavors that will delight your palate. These majestic mushrooms, brimming with succulent crab meat, are a feast for the senses. Baked to perfection, they exude an irresistible aroma that will entice you from afar. Each bite unveils a harmonious blend of textures, from the tender portobellos to the delicate crab, complemented by a medley of herbs and spices. This recipe offers two enticing variations: a classic crab stuffing and a spicy crab filling infused with a touch of heat. Both are sure to leave you craving more. So, prepare to indulge in this exquisite dish and let the flavors dance on your tongue.
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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.
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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.
CRAB-STUFFED BABY PORTOBELLOS
Our Christmas is capped off with these stuffed "shrooms." You can use white mushrooms if portobellos are unavailable. -Debbie Johnston, Owatonna, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h10m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Remove stems from mushrooms; set caps aside. Finely chop stems. , In a large skillet, saute chopped mushrooms in 1/4 cup butter for 5 minutes or just until tender. Add garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until garlic is golden. Remove from the heat; stir in the crab, Romano, parsley, garlic powder and onion powder. , Melt remaining butter; pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Fill mushroom caps with crab mixture; place in baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan and garlic salt. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Sprinkle with mozzarella. Bake 2-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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
Tips:
- Choose the right crab meat: Fresh or frozen crab meat can be used in this recipe, but make sure it is lump crab meat, which is the highest quality and has the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the crab: Crab meat cooks quickly, so it's important to cook it just until it is heated through. Overcooking will make the crab tough and rubbery.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the crab stuffing, such as chopped celery, carrots, or bell peppers.
- Season the stuffing well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of seasonings to the crab stuffing. This will help to bring out the flavor of the crab and the other ingredients.
- Use a large portobello mushroom: The size of the portobello mushroom will determine how much crab stuffing you can fit inside. Choose a large mushroom so that you have plenty of room for the stuffing.
- Cook the portobello mushrooms until they are tender: The portobello mushrooms should be cooked until they are tender but still have a little bit of bite to them. Overcooking will make them tough and chewy.
- Serve the crab-stuffed portobello mushrooms immediately: These mushrooms are best served hot out of the oven. They can be garnished with fresh parsley or chopped chives.
Conclusion:
Crab-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 a few simple tips, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your guests.
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