Welcome to the realm of delectable seafood creations where succulent crab meat takes center stage. Embark on a culinary journey with our collection of deviled crab recipes, each a unique masterpiece designed to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Maryland-style deviled crabs, bursting with a symphony of flavors, to the elegant crab cakes, delicately balancing textures and tastes, our recipes cater to every palate. Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect deviled crab, from selecting the finest crab meat to creating a tantalizing filling that captures the essence of this iconic dish. Indulge in variations such as the creamy and cheesy crab Rangoon and the crispy crab cakes, perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a delightful weeknight meal. Our recipes are carefully curated to ensure success, whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventure. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious journey into the world of deviled crab.
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DEVILED CRAB
These make fantastic appetizers before a larger seafood feast, or, if you use big Dungeness crab shells as I do here, a light supper all by itself. You can refrigerate the mixture for a few days beforehand, and you can freeze the stuffed crabs, well wrapped, for a few months.
Provided by Hank Shaw
Categories Appetizer Main Course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the onions in the olive oil in a small pan over medium heat until they turn translucent, a few minutes. Add the garlic and minced chile and cook another minute or two. Turn off the heat and let this cool for 10 minutes or so.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, add all the remaining ingredients, except for the melted butter and the citrus. Mix well. Preheat the oven to 400F.
- When the onion mixture has cooled, mix it into the crab mixture. Stuff the mixture into cleaned crab shells or whatever else makes you happy. Drizzle the melted butter over the stuffed shells evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes, and serve with wedges of lemon or lime.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 1205 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
DEVILED CRAB
Deviled crab is one of the great traditions of the Lowcountry. Unfortunately, due to the many more-bread-crumb-than-crab, freezer-burned versions out there, most people turn their noses up when they think of it. I can't really blame them. Bad deviled crab is really bad. But man, truly good deviled crab is damn tasty. To make vibrant, fresh, moist deviled crab, use delicious Carolina Gold rice to help bind the filling. I like to serve deviled crab in little silver crab tins for a cool retro presentation, but if you're getting fresh whole blue crabs, by all means, use the shells themselves.You can find more delicious recipes in Sean Brock's cookbook, South: Essential Recipes and New Explorations.
Provided by Sean Brock
Categories Crab
Yield Serves 4 to 6 as an appetizer
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Combine the water, 1 teaspoon of the salt, 1/8 teaspoon of the white pepper, and the bay leaf in a small saucepan, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and stir to be sure the salt has dissolved completely. Reduce the heat to medium, add the rice, stir once, and bring to a simmer. Simmer gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the rice is just al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain the rice, spread on a rimmed baking sheet, discarding the bay leaf, and cool to room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Put the panko in a food processor and process until finely ground. You need 1 cup; discard any excess.
- Put the egg in a large bowl and beat it lightly. Add the ketchup, mayonnaise, hot sauce, miso, lemon juice, mustard, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of the cayenne and mix well. Stir in the cooked rice, the celery, bell pepper, scallions, jalapeño, and fines herbes and combine thoroughly. Fold in the ground panko, then gently fold in the crab.
- Divide the crab mixture among the crab tins or ramekins, patting the tops lightly to smooth. Combine the paprika and the remaining teaspoon of cayenne in a small bowl. Divide the softened butter among the prepared crab and sprinkle with the paprika mixture.
- Place the crab tins or ramekins on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until hot throughout. Turn on the broiler and broil the crab mixture for about 1 minute, until golden brown on top. Transfer to a platter and serve.
DEVILED CRABS
Deviled crabs are a quintessential Gullah dish similar to crab cakes. I like to serve them in cleaned crab shells for a pretty presentation. Ask your local fishmonger for the crab shells-they may sell them. Or, you can bake the deviled crab in small ovenproof dishes, too.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Pulse the onion, celery and red bell pepper in a food processor until minced. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced vegetables and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside and let cool.
- Combine the mayonnaise, mustard, sherry, seafood seasoning, mace and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in the cooled vegetables. Fold in the crabmeat and cracker crumbs. Spoon about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the crab mixture into each crab shell and brush with melted butter. Place the crab shells on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
DEVILED CRAB
Dip your spoon into this super-rich comfort food, and you might think you're in heaven. Generous portions of crab are mixed with cream and eggs and flavored with chives, onions and more. Mmm ...
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually stir in cream until smooth. , Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in the crab, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and chives., Spoon into six greased 6-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Place on a baking sheet. Combine bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over tops. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 194mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
DEVILED CRAB DIP
Because blue crabs are so plentiful in Maryland, we're always looking for new ways to enjoy them. This recipe is easy, elegant and delicious!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield about 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, green pepper, onion, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, lemon-pepper and pepper sauce. Stir in crab. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with vegetables or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat. This will give your deviled crab the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the crab meat. It should be cooked just until it is opaque and flakes easily.
- Use a variety of seasonings. This will give your deviled crab a complex and flavorful taste.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make deviled crab, so feel free to try different ingredients and techniques until you find a recipe that you love.
Conclusion:
Deviled crab is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like your deviled crab spicy, creamy, or cheesy, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a seafood dish that is sure to impress, give deviled crab a try.
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