Best 5 Danny Zs Spicy Crab Salad Recipes

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**Danny Z's Spicy Crab Salad: A Seafood Symphony of Flavors**

Danny Z's Spicy Crab Salad is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its harmonious blend of succulent crab meat, fiery spices, and refreshing vegetables. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, making it a perfect appetizer, main course, or addition to any party buffet. With variations ranging from a classic spicy crab salad to a zesty Thai-inspired version, this versatile recipe offers a customizable culinary experience. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that both novice and experienced cooks can effortlessly create this culinary delight.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CRAB SALAD



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My creamy crab salad gets a boost of heat from Sriracha and a tangy touch from lime. It's ready fast, leaving me more time with guests. -Patti Lavell, Islamorada, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or cilantro
3 to 4 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups lump crabmeat (about 10 ounces)
Sliced multigrain bread, optional
Lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients; gently stir in crab. If desired, spread over bread. Serve with lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SPICY SEAFOOD SALAD



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Provided by George Duran

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 imitation crab sticks (available in the frozen fish section of larger supermarkets)
1/2 pound cooked shrimp, chopped
3 scallions, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons tobiko (flying fish caviar), plus more for garnish (available in Asian markets)
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon sriracha hot chili sauce, or other hot sauce
Kosher salt
Finely chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Thaw the crab sticks according to package directions. Pull the crab sticks into strands and put them into a large bowl. Add the shrimp, scallions, mayonnaise, tobiko, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Mix well then taste and adjust the seasoning with salt. Serve in chilled martini glasses garnished with more tobiko and chives.

GRILLED MARINATED STRIP STEAKS WITH SPICY CRAB SALAD



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 ancho chiles, seeded and torn into pieces
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons coriander seed
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/2 cinnamon stick
4 (1 1/2-inch thick) strip steaks, about 2 pounds
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over for shells
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons chili sauce, such as Srirachi Hot Chili Sauce
Juice of 1/2 lime plus lime wedges for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small dry skillet over medium heat, add the chiles, chili powder, coriander, cumin, oregano, paprika, and cinnamon stick. Heat just until the ingredients become fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Put the spices into a grinder and pulse to a powder. Massage the dry chili rub into the steaks; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • For the crab salad: Put the crabmeat in a bowl and add the mayonnaise, shallots, cilantro, chili sauce, and lime juice. Mix gently to combine the ingredients without breaking up the large lumps of crabmeat. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Remove the steaks from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before you want to grill them to bring them up to room temperature. Heat the grill; brush the grate with some olive oil. Season the steaks with salt and pepper and place them on the hot grill. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side for medium rare. When the steaks are cooked to your liking, put them on a platter, cover them with aluminum foil, and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve a generous scoop of crab meat on top of the steaks. Garnish with lime wedges.

SPICY CRAB SALAD TAPAS



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I served these at a party and everyone went wild! These delicious morsels have a crispy flaky outside filled with creamy sweet crab that has a little kick. I used scalloped-edge cookie cutters to cut my pastry, but you can use a small biscuit cutter. -Vanessa Mason, Summerdale, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 can (16 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
Optional: Minced fresh parsley and seafood seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Combine the first 12 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., Meanwhile, on a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry. Roll each pastry into a 10-in. square; cut each into twenty-five 2-in. squares. Using a round 1-1/2-in. cookie cutter, cut out the centers of half the puff pastry squares. Whisk egg and water; brush over pastry. Place cutout squares on top of solid squares; transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets., Bake until golden brown, about 18 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Once cool, spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of crab salad into center of each cooked pastry. If desired, top with minced parsley and seasoning. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

DUNGENESS CRAB SALAD



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This Dungeness Crab Salad showcases the colorful, interesting varieties of vegetables available at farmers' markets during fall and winter.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from 4 limes)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound mixed carrots, such as Nantes and purple
1 fennel bulb, trimmed and cored
1 watermelon radish (3 ounces) or regular radishes, peeled
1/2 rutabaga, peeled
1 bunch baby Tokyo or regular turnips, peeled if needed
1 jalapeno chile, halved, seeded, and thinly sliced
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
5 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
Coarse salt
3/4 cup prepared or picked fresh Dungeness crabmeat (from 1 to 2 Dungeness crabs, about 1 1/2 pounds each) or lump crabmeat

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Whisk together lime juice and ginger in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Make the salad: Slice or shave carrots, fennel, radish, rutabaga, and turnips, preferably on a mandoline, into very thin rounds over a large bowl; toss. Add vinaigrette, jalapeno, cilantro, and mint, and toss to combine. Season with salt. Gently fold in crab. Garnish with cilantro and mint.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat. This will give the salad the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat. It should be cooked through, but still tender and flaky.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the salad. This will add color, flavor, and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. This is a great way to personalize the salad to your own taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately after it is made. This will prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Danny Z's Spicy Crab Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its fresh crab meat, variety of vegetables, and spicy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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