Best 8 Imitation Crab Salad Or Casserole Recipes

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**A Refreshing Bite of Imitation Crab Salad or Casserole: A Medley of Flavors**

Dive into the delightful world of Imitation Crab Salad or Casserole, a culinary creation that tantalizes taste buds with its refreshing flavors and versatility. These recipes offer a delightful blend of textures and ingredients, making them perfect for any occasion. Delight in the cool, crisp crunch of celery and the sweet, juicy bursts of red onion, perfectly complemented by the flaky texture of imitation crab and creamy richness of mayonnaise. Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of the salad or the comforting warmth of the casserole, these recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a journey of culinary exploration with Imitation Crab Salad or Casserole.

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16 BEST WAYS TO USE IMITATION CRAB



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These imitation crab recipes are easy, delicious, and affordable!

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup     Seafood

Number Of Ingredients 16

Crab Salad
Hot Imitation Crab Dip
Seafood Macaroni Salad
Cream of Crab Soup
Imitation Lobster Rolls
Crab Rangoon
Copycat Crab Casserole
Seafood Enchiladas
Mel's Crab Salad
Chinese Buffet Crab Casserole
Golden Corral Crab Salad
Imitation Crab Cakes
Crab Alfredo
Cheesy Crab Pasta
Shrimp and Crab Pasta
Crab Delight Bites

Steps:

  • Select your favorite side dishes.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a delicious seafood feast to remember!

Nutrition Facts :

THE BEST IMITATION CRAB SEAFOOD SALAD



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Seafood Salad made with imitation crab meat,mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, red onion and a few basic seasonings is adelicious and affordable option for when that seafood craving hits. Dependingon what your mom called it, this is the classic crab salad or seafood salad weall grew up with.

Provided by About a Mom

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces Aquamar® Surimi Flakes (imitation crab)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp lemon
1/2 cup celery, minced (about 2 stalks)
3 tbsp red onion, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dill

Steps:

  • Break imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces and add to a bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and gently stir to combine.
  • The salad can be served immediately, however, the flavor will improve if it melds in the refrigerator for a few hours overnight. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 137 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 545 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

IMITATION CRAB SALAD OR CASSEROLE



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This tastes good cold or warm. Make it to suit your preference. We like it with lots of chopped celery which gives it a nice crunch.

Provided by Muna Escobar

Categories     Seafood

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb imitation crabmeat, chopped
1-2 c celery, diced
1/2-1 c onion, diced
2 c cooked rice or pasta
1/2 c mayonnaise
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 tsp old bay seasoning
1-1 1/2 c shredded cheese (for casserole)

Steps:

  • 1. For crab salad combine all ingredients, except for cheese. Chill for a few hours.
  • 2. For casserole, combine all but cheese. Put into greased baking dish, top with cheese. Bake at 350' for 30 minutes.

IMITATION CRAB CASSEROLE



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This recipe is a spin off of a recipe from Mr. Food..I have added a few different ingredients and some soups to make this a real yummy casserole you are going to love.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Seafood

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pkg (2 lb 5 oz.) louis kemp, crab delights-imitation crab-or the real crab if you can
10 3/4 oz can french onion soup, undiluted
10 3/4 oz can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted (or you could use cream of celery
2 medium red bell peppers, diced
2 Tbsp minced garlic
1 pinch celery seed
1 bunch green onions, chopped some green, about 6 onions
1 c milk, 2%
1/3 c melted butter
1/3 c chopped fresh parsley
1 c jasmine rice, uncooked or your favorite
10 oz can stewed tomatoes,chopped and undrained or rol-tel tomatoes you choose the heat
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350^. Cook rice according to package directions. Butter or spray a large casserole- I use 8 cup size. Use whatever your mixture fits in. The larger the better. ---
  • 2. Flake the crab meat or chop it into small pieces.Set aside. Place in a large bowl the soups,peppers, celery seed,onions,garlic, and parsley- mix to blend.
  • 3. Stir in milk and melted butter, add cooked rice and stewed tomatoes. Fold in crab. Scoop whole mixture into prepared casserole and cover. Bake for 45 minutes,then uncover and sprinkle cheeses on top and bake uncovered for 15 minutes or until cheese begins to brown and casserole is bubbly. Great served with garlic toast.

IMITATION CRAB CASSEROLE WITH CHEESE



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This recipe is easy and quick to make, and offers a good taste of the ocean. It is inexpensive to make if using imitation crabmeat.

Provided by John

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup chopped celery
1 pound imitation crabmeat
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
½ cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon seafood seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup salted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir in onions and celery. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened and are beginning to turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add crab, condensed soup, water, parsley, seafood seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and pepper; mix to combine. Heat until almost bubbling, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and blend in Cheddar cheese until melted. Transfer to a 9-inch square casserole dish.
  • Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl with a fork until combined. Spread over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1459.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

IMITATION CRAB SALAD



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This is a crab salad made with a bread filler.

Provided by Audrie

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 eggs
½ (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread, cubed
1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked
3 stalks celery, chopped
½ small onion, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • Trim crust from bread and dice into cubes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, eggs, crab, celery, onion, mayonnaise, sour cream and salt and pepper. Mix together well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 217.2 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1176.1 mg, Sugar 7 g

IMITATION CRAB CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from our church cookbook. It is very satisfying. The water chestnuts give it a nice crunch & it has a good flavor.

Provided by Judy from Hawaii

Categories     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups imitation crabmeat, shredded
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup cooked rice or 1 cup diced potato
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, chopped
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, chopped
3/4 cup buttered bread crumb

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except bread crumbs, together and put into a casserole.
  • (This is a big recipe--you may need to use 2.) Top with buttered bread crumbs.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

PASTA CRAB CASSEROLE



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This is an easy dish to freeze ahead for company. A yummy combination of spiral pasta, crab and sauteed veggies is coated with a buttery sauce, then covered with cheddar cheese. All that's needed to complete the meal is a warm garlic bread and a tossed green salad. -Georgia Mountain Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (3-4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions, mushrooms and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Stir in the crab, sour cream, salt and basil. , Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the second casserole at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality imitation crab meat. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your salad or casserole.
  • Be generous with the mayonnaise. Imitation crab salad or casserole should be moist and creamy, so don't be afraid to add a lot of mayonnaise.
  • Add some chopped celery and onion for crunch. These vegetables will add flavor and texture to your salad or casserole.
  • Season the salad or casserole to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other spices you like.
  • Chill the salad or casserole before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad or casserole to set.

Conclusion:

Imitation crab salad or casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover imitation crab meat, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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