Best 6 Healthy Crab Imperial Recipes

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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of crab imperial, a delectable seafood dish that combines the richness of crab meat with a creamy, flavorful sauce. Originating in the Chesapeake Bay region of the United States, this dish has captivated taste buds for generations. Our collection of crab imperial recipes offers a culinary journey, featuring variations that cater to diverse preferences. From the classic Maryland-style crab imperial, brimming with succulent crab meat and a velvety sauce, to the elegant crab imperial en croute, encased in a flaky pastry shell, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a contemporary twist, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you in creating this iconic dish. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the exceptional flavors of crab imperial.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRAB IMPERIAL



Crab Imperial image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 37m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 large green pepper, diced
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound Chesapeake Bay crabmeat
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon mustard
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Dash Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup bread crumbs
Crab boil seasoning

Steps:

  • Saute green pepper in butter until translucent, but not brown.
  • Add to crabmeat, salt and pepper. Stir in mustard, mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce. Put in buttered casserole. Top with bread crumbs, a few pats of butter, and sprinkle with crab boil seasoning. Bake for 25 minutes in a preheated 375 degree F. oven.

RACHEL'S CRAB IMPERIAL



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Chunks of crab meat are baked in a creamy sauce underneath a buttery crust in this quick and easy recipe.

Provided by Lisawas

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon margarine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 pound cooked crabmeat
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ green bell pepper, minced
1 egg, beaten
salt and ground black pepper to taste
cayenne pepper to taste
2 slices white bread, crumbled into fine breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Melt the margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour, and cook a few minutes until the bubbles begin to subside. Whisk in the milk, and cook over medium-high heat until thickened. Stir in the crabmeat, Worcestershire sauce, green pepper, and beaten egg. Season to taste with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring constantly until quite thick. Spoon into the prepared baking dish.
  • Place the breadcrumbs into a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the melted butter. Toss together until the breadcrumbs are evenly moistened with butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the crab mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole has firmed and the bread crumbs are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 150.2 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 661.5 mg, Sugar 7 g

CRAB IMPERIAL CASSEROLE



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The recipe serves eight, but plan to double it. Fresh mushrooms and lump crabmeat make it hard to turn down seconds of this rich casserole. -Barbara Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
4 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/4 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in flour, pepper and salt until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in crab and soup until blended., Drain pasta. Add crab mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cracker crumbs. , Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 806mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CRAB IMPERIAL (BALTIMORE STYLE)



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This serves 3-4 people as an entree or 5-6 people as an appetizer. If you have any questions, you can e-mail me: [email protected]

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb crabmeat (lump or backfin)
4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick, unsalted)
2 teaspoons shallots (chopped very fine or minced)
2 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground mace
2 tablespoons sherry wine
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 egg yolks (well beaten)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
paprika (sprinkle on top)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Melt butter in a heavy small saucepot over medium heat. Add shallot and stir until very lightly browned, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Blend in flour, white pepper and mace and stir 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add half-and-half, egg yolks, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and sherry and cook until thick and smooth, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt, and gently fold crabmeat into sauce, being careful not to break up chunks.
  • Fill either shells, oven-proof shells, ramekins, or small oven-proof bowls.
  • Sprinkle tops with paprika.
  • Place onto a cookie sheet and bake until mixture is bubbling, about 12 to 15 minutes, and serve immediately.

CRAB IMPERIAL II



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A tangy, rich crab dish that will be enjoyed by the family or by guest. Incorporate scallops and tiny shrimp to dress up the dish.

Provided by Al P.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound crabmeat
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dry mustard
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup fresh bread crumbs
1 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay Seasoning, salt, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, and beaten egg.. Mix thoroughly.
  • In an 8" pie dish, spread mixture and lightly coat the entire dish with bread crumbs. Then sprinkle the top with paprika. Dot the dish with the butter.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 166.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1086.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

BEST CRAB IMPERIAL



Best Crab Imperial image

Got this from my mom's Crab Cookbook that looked like it was written in the 60's. There are many Crab imperial recipes but this one doesn't include mayo. Very delicious atop fish or shrimp or on sliced and toasted baguette.

Provided by Sarah L.

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb crabmeat
5 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup green pepper, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Melt butter and add flour, salt, pepper and mustard over medium heat.
  • Heat and stir until smooth and bubbly.
  • Slowly add half and half and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and add green pepper and worchestershire.
  • Fold in crabmeat and pour into 8" x 8" baking dish.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 108.2, Sodium 1113.3, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 23.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat. Fresh crab meat has a sweeter, more delicate flavor than canned or frozen crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat is a good substitute.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat. Crab meat is very delicate and can easily be overcooked. Overcooked crab meat is tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe calls for celery, onion, and bell pepper, but you can use any vegetables you like. Some other good options include carrots, zucchini, and corn.
  • Season the crab imperial to taste. This recipe calls for a simple seasoning of salt, pepper, and paprika, but you can add other seasonings to taste. Some good options include Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Serve the crab imperial immediately. Crab imperial is best served immediately after it is made. However, you can also make it ahead of time and reheat it before serving.

Conclusion:

Crab imperial is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you are a seafood lover or just looking for a new and exciting dish to try, crab imperial is sure to please.

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