Best 2 Diannes Crab Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with two enticing crab recipes: "Dianne's Crab" and "Crab Stuffed Mushrooms." "Dianne's Crab" tantalizes the taste buds with succulent crab meat enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce, perfectly complemented by a medley of vegetables. Craving a more sophisticated appetizer? "Crab Stuffed Mushrooms" elevate the classic dish with a savory filling of crab, cream cheese, and herbs, baked to golden perfection. Both recipes promise a delightful experience, whether you're hosting a special occasion or seeking a memorable weeknight meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

THE EASIEST WHOLE DUNGENESS CRAB RECIPE



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Whole Dungeness crabs are the simplest way to create a festive meal that looks totally elegant but is actually deceptively easy to prepare.

Provided by Heidi

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cooked Dungeness crabs (, about 2 pounds each)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
16 tablespoons 1 cup or 2 sticks salted butter
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 lemon (, juiced)
1/2 cup ketchup
1-2 teaspoons prepared horseradish (, to your taste)
Fresh dill and parsley for garnish
Sliced lemon and limes

Steps:

  • Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil, season with 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Once the water comes to a boil, remove from heat. Immerse two of the crabs into the water for 5-10 minutes until the crabs are warmed through. Remove the crabs from the water and set aside to drain. Bring the water to another boil and repeat with remaining crabs.
  • Clean the crabs while the other two crabs are warming in the hot water. Crack the legs with the back of a heavy knife. Serve on a platter with fresh dill leaves, parsley and sliced lemons and limes.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Reduce the heat to low and skim the foam from the butter. Stir in the Old Bay Seasoning and the lemon juice. In a small bowl, mix the ketchup with the prepared horseradish. Serve the flavored butter and cocktail sauce alongside the crab.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 47 g, SaturatedFat 29 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 217 mg, Sodium 2903 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED CRAB DIP



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Fresh crab meat is so rich, fabulous, and sweet that, for this dip, I wanted to highlight the texture and flavor of the crab without masking it. Served bubbly hot with a crisply browned, lemon zest–panko topping, this dip will be a party favorite-easy to put together, quick to bake, and quick to disappear, too.

Provided by Diane Morgan

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Shellfish     Bake     Cocktail Party     Super Bowl     Condiment     Mayonnaise     Cream Cheese     Seafood     Crab     Tailgating     Party

Yield Makes about 2 cups (480 ml)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 oz/170 g fresh crabmeat, well drained
1/2 cup/75 g diced red pepper/capsicum
1/2 cup/25 g finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tbsp snipped fresh chives
1/2 cup/120 ml reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 oz/115 g whipped cream cheese
1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp hot sauce, such as Tabasco
1/4 cup/20 g panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
Skinny Dippers:
1 Crostini, Baked Pita Chips, Baked Wonton Crisps, baked potato chips

Steps:

  • 1. Place the crabmeat in a medium bowl and flake with your fingers. Stir in the bell pepper/capsicum, parsley, and chives. Using a rubber spatula, gently stir in the mayonnaise, cream cheese, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Transfer to a 1-qt/1-L shallow baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the panko and lemon zest.
  • 2. Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven to 425°F/220°C/gas 7. Just before baking, sprinkle the panko mixture on top and bake until the panko is toasty brown and the dip is bubbling at the edges, about 12 minutes. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make crab cakes, so feel free to adjust the recipe to your liking.
  • Be careful not to overcook the crab cakes. They should be cooked until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and lemon butter.

Conclusion:

Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give crab cakes a try.

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