Best 4 Favorite Crab Poppers Recipes
**Discover a delightful journey of flavors with our curated collection of crab popper recipes, offering a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate**.
From the classic Maryland-style crab cakes with their tender crab meat and crispy coating, to the adventurous Cajun crab poppers bursting with bold spices, our recipes cater to every taste preference. Experience the delicate crunch of the air fryer crab poppers, or indulge in the cheesy goodness of the crab rangoon. For those seeking a healthier option, our baked crab poppers offer a guilt-free indulgence. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.
CAJUN CRAB POPPERS
My brother moved to New Orleans and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno poppers are stuffed with crab, cajun seasonings and bacon. They're a little hot and spicy, just like a visit to New Orleans! -Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 16 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, beat the first 5 ingredients until blended. Stir in shredded cheese, crab and bacon. Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Spoon filling into pepper halves. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with additional parsley.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
BAKED CRAB POPPER DELIGHTS
The perfect crab appetizer! These are basically a crab cake in popper form. No one needs to know how quick and easy these are. With a bit of heat, the red pepper adds a punch of flavor. The lemon sauce brushed on top is a great touch.
Provided by Diana Hohman
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 425 degrees. Spray cups of a mini-muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Sprinkle cups with 1/2 cup of the bread crumbs, gently tapping and rotating to coat.
- 2. Finely chop bell pepper. Blot peppers dry with a paper towel. Finely chop onion tops setting aside 1 teaspoon for garnish.
- 3. Combine corn, bell pepper, remaining green onions, crabmeat, 1/2 of the mayonnaise, egg, black pepper, and salt. Mix well but gently to not break up the crabmeat too much. Sprinkle lightly with remaining Panko crumbs.
- 4. Divide mixture evenly among cups of pan. Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove pan from the oven. Cool in pan 2 minutes and then remove from pan to cooling rack.
- 5. Meanwhile juice lemon for the sauce. Combine juice, cayenne pepper, and remaining mayonnaise. Mix well. Brush tops of crab cakes with sauce.
- 6. Top with reserved finely chopped green onion tops.
CRAB STUFFED JALAPENO POPPERS
I got you if you are still looking for an EASY and delicious snack that takes less than 20 minutes for the games this weekend! Cheesy Crab Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers are savory, delicious, and affordable to make at home. Pop them in the over before the guests arrive, and you get a fantastic snack to watch the games. Who are you cheering for this Sunday?
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Appetizer Main Course Side Dish Snack
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the Jalapeno in half, and remove all the seeds. Make sure to use gloves or thoroughly wash your hands after
- Mix sweet corn, cream cheese, Japanese mayo, half of the cheese, and imitation crab meat in a bowl-season with black pepper to taste.
- Stuff the jalapeno with the filling and top with more shredded cheese and panko
- Bake at 450F for 10 minutes
FAVORITE CRAB POPPERS
these are so good with guacamole(see recipe) and sour cream,jalapeno jelly(available at grocer) and salsa.
Provided by polly salama
Categories Crab
Time 3h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- boil jalapenos in water for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- drain and cool.
- dry with paper towel.
- combine cheeses,crab meat and salsa in a bowl.
- fill each pepper half with enough of the cheese mixture to fill to the top.
- dredge the peppers in egg then flour (i add paprika and salt to flour to taste not much) then egg and finally in corn flakes.
- repeat until all peppers are coated, then refridgerate for 2 hours.
- in a heavy skillet add enough oil to cover peppers bring oil to high heat but not smoking.
- fry until golden brown on each side.
- drain, and continue until each pepper is fried.
- serve with sour cream, jalapeno jelly and or salsa and guacamole.
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- If you don't have any Old Bay seasoning, you can substitute a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- For a crispy coating, coat the crab poppers in panko breadcrumbs before frying.
- Serve the crab poppers with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade.
- If you're making the crab poppers ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before frying. Just be sure to bring them to room temperature before cooking.
Conclusion:
Crab poppers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. They're crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and they're sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give these crab poppers a try.
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