Indulge in the epitome of seafood luxury with our exquisite King Crab Au Gratin, a dish that elevates the delicate flavor of king crab to new heights. This culinary masterpiece starts with succulent king crab legs, carefully selected for their tender meat and sweet flavor. Bathed in a velvety sauce made from a blend of Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, the crab is further enhanced by a crispy breadcrumb topping that adds a delightful textural contrast. This recipe is a true testament to the art of French cuisine, offering a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
But that's not all! This article also features a diverse collection of other delectable recipes, each offering a unique take on this classic dish. From the classic Lobster Au Gratin, featuring succulent lobster meat smothered in a rich and creamy sauce, to the innovative Shrimp Au Gratin, which combines shrimp with a medley of vegetables in a flavorful gratin, this article has something for every seafood lover. Whether you prefer the delicate sweetness of crab, the firm texture of lobster, or the briny flavor of shrimp, you'll find a recipe here that will satisfy your cravings. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey like no other as we delve into the world of Au Gratin, one delicious recipe at a time.
CRAB AU GRATIN SPREAD
For a warm and winning appetizer, Suzanne Zick of Maiden, North Carolina serves this special cracker spread. It's rich tasting and easy to whip up with convenient canned crab.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and paprika until smooth. Gradually add the cream, milk and wine. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the crab, mushrooms and chives; heat through. Stir in cheese just until melted., Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over crab mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
KING CRAB AU GRATIN
What's not to like about Crab..didn't say a crab..But the ultimate King Crab is delectible anytime. This recipe is an old time favorite of the church ladies group.
Provided by glitter
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 22m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Defrost the crabmeat.
- Melt the butter in saucepan.
- Stir in the flour and keep stirring until smooth.
- Gradually add milk, cream, and the chicken broth.
- Keep stirring over a low heat to keep the sauce smooth and you want it to thicken.
- Now add your cheese, mushrooms, onion, salt, paprika, and wine.
- Stir the mixture until the cheese is melted.
- Now stir in the crabmeat gently.
- Pour mixture into a well greased 1 1/2 qt/ casserole.
- Sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
- Bake at 400* for about 10-15 min.
- or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve over hot cooked rice.
CRABMEAT AU GRATIN
Make dinner and appetizers special with this quick and easy Crabmeat Au Gratin recipe. Add Zatarain's Creole Seasoning or Blackened Seasoning for a flavorful kick, and serve it up with fresh French bread.
Provided by Zatarain's
Categories Appetizers,
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium-low heat. Add onion and parsley; cook and stir 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add flour; cook and stir until lightly browned. Slowly stir in milk; continue cooking until mixture begins to thicken
- Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese, Creole Seasoning and hot pepper sauce. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Gently stir in crabmeat. Pour mixture into greased 1-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese
- Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until mixture begins to bubble around the edges
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 Calories
KING CRABMEAT CREPES WITH BECHAMEL CREAM GRATIN
Steps:
- Sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the beer, mixing until smooth. Beat the eggs and egg yolks in a small bowl, add to the batter and whisk until smooth. Add the sour cream and melted butter. Heat a 6 inch saute pan, add a light coating of butter, and make individual crepes until the batter is used up.
- Fill center of each crepe with crabmeat mixture. Roll crepes up and transfer them to a shallow buttered ovenproof dish.
- In a mixing bowl combine the bread crumbs, oil, garlic, parsley, chives, and Parmesan. Mix well and sprinkle over the filled crepes. Bake in a preheated 400 degree F oven for about 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Serve hot.
- On top of a double boiler over simmering water combine crabmeat with shallots, mustard, horseradish, salt, pepper, lemon juice, bichamel sauce and mayonnaise. Cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Add onion and saute until transparent. Stir in flour and cook over medium heat until a roux is formed. Mix in thyme and nutmeg. In another saucepan, bring milk and salt to a boil. Pour hot milk quickly into the roux and stir until thickened. Simmer slowly for 15 minutes, stirring constantly. Strain the sauce through a fine sieve.
CAJUN CRABMEAT AU GRATIN
Growing up in Louisiana, we were raised on Seafood. This Authentic Southern Crab dish is a favorite in my family.
Provided by Dennis Morazan
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish. In a bowl, whip together the egg yolks and heavy cream.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute the onion and celery about 5 minutes. Season with salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and Creole seasoning. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very tender.
- Mix the flour into the saucepan, and cook and stir continuously for 5 minutes. Mix in the egg yolk mixture. Stir in the 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese and American cheese until melted. Remove from heat and fold in the crabmeat. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned. Remove from heat and top with the sharp Cheddar cheese and green onions. Allow the cheese to melt before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 212.2 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 22.9 g, Sodium 1166.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
SIMPLE AND SINFUL CRAB AU GRATIN
This decadent, easy-to-make appetizer is made with Parmesan cheese and a tiny bit of cayenne for a little kick. Serve in single-serving ramekins with toasted ciabatta and a green herb salad for an elegant dinner party starter.
Provided by PoisonIvy1983
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 6 portions, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200C/400°F.
- Flake the white crabmeat and combine with the brown crabmeat in a bowl and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, whisking for one minute. In a separate pan, gently heat the double cream.
- Remove the butter and flour mixture from the heat and whisk in the heated cream. Return to the heat, gently bring to a boil, then simmer, whisking for a minute or two until thickened.
- Add three quarters of the cheese, the cayenne and paprika and two-thirds of the crab. Season with a little bit of salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Divide the remaining crabmeat between six ramekins. Top with the creamy crab and cheese mixture, and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Place the ramekins onto a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until bubbling hot and golden.
- Serve the crab au gratin with triangles of toasted fresh bread or rounds of ciabatta and a simple green herb salad.
CRAB MEAT AU GRATIN
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories casseroles, appetizer, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler to high.
- Melt two tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and blend well. Do not brown. Add the milk and cook, stirring with a whisk, until blended and smooth. Season with cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
- Add the cream, bring to a boil and simmer briefly about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in half of the sherry, beat in the egg yolk well and remove from heat.
- Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook them briefly until wilted. Add the crab meat and cook briefly, stirring gently. Sprinkle with the remaining sherry.
- Spoon the crab meat into a baking dish and smooth over with a spatula. Cover with the hot sauce and spoon it over with a rubber spatula. Sprinkle with the cheese.
- Place the dish under the broiler until golden brown and bubbling hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 479, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 895 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose high-quality king crab meat: Fresh or frozen king crab legs are the best options. If using frozen crab, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight or in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Make sure the crab meat is cooked properly: Crab meat should be cooked until it is opaque and flaky. Overcooking can make it tough and rubbery.
- Use a flavorful cheese blend: A combination of cheeses, such as Gruyère, Parmesan, and cheddar, will create a rich and creamy sauce.
- Add some vegetables for extra flavor and texture: Sautéed mushrooms, onions, or bell peppers are all great additions to king crab au gratin.
- Serve immediately: King crab au gratin is best served hot and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Conclusion:
King crab au gratin is a luxurious and delicious dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With its rich and creamy sauce, tender crab meat, and crispy breadcrumb topping, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. Follow these tips to make sure your king crab au gratin turns out perfect every time.
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