Best 8 My Amazing Crab Cocktail Recipes
Calling all seafood lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our delightful crab cocktail extravaganza. This collection of crab cocktail recipes will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the seaside with every bite. From classic crab cocktail to unique and modern variations, we've got a recipe for every palate and occasion. Our recipes include the traditional method of combining succulent crab meat with a zesty cocktail sauce, as well as innovative twists like avocado crab cocktail and crab cocktail shooters. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a refreshing seafood treat, these crab cocktail recipes are sure to impress. Let's dive in and explore the delectable world of crab cocktails!
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CRAB COCKTAIL AMERICANA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Set aside half of the mustard sauce in a small bowl for topping the cocktail.
- 2. Gently toss the crab, 1/2 cup of the tomatoes and the avocado with the remaining sauce. Season with salt.
- 3. Arrange the lettuce leaves in 4 to 6 martini glasses. Spoon the crab salad on top. Garnish with a dollop of the reserved sauce, the remaining tomatoes and lemon wedges.
SPICY SHRIMP & CRAB COCKTAIL
This seafood starter is so good that it makes me love a food I usually don't-radishes! This recipe also calls for spicy V8, but Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix works just as well. Serve the cocktail straight up, with tortilla chips or on a bed of butter lettuce. -Heidi Knaak, Liberty, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings (about 9 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix the first 10 ingredients. Gently fold in shrimp, crab and avocados. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours or until cold. Serve in martini glasses.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
MEXICAN SEAFOOD COCKTAIL
Categories Salad Shellfish Tomato Vegetable Appetizer No-Cook Quick & Easy Cinco de Mayo Seafood Crab Avocado Healthy Gourmet Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 to 6 first-course or light main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir together Clamato juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, salt, onion, and cilantro in a large bowl, then gently stir in avocado, crabmeat, and shrimp. Spoon into 6- or 8-ounce glasses or cups.
CRAB COCKTAIL RECIPE
This Crab Cocktail Recipe is a simple dish that allows the fresh crab to shine. Crab Meat Cocktail is similar to shrimp cocktail but with lump crab meat instead.
Provided by Nicole Harris
Categories Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Gently combine crab meat and celery.
- Arrange lettuce/greens in serving dishes. Spoon crab meat onto lettuce.
- Sprinkle with salt, Old Bay and chives.
- Spoon cocktail sauce on top.
- Serve cold with lemon wegdes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 110 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 2 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 832 milligrams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat
CRAB COCKTAIL
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories Appetizer No-Cook Christmas Cocktail Party New Year's Day New Year's Eve Mayonnaise Crab Winter Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil and wasabi. Peel and mince or grate the ginger into the bowl and add the zest of 1/2 the lime. Squeeze 1/2 teaspoon of lime juice into the bowl and mix everything together.
- Toss the crab in the sauce, and then finely shred the Chinese leaf cabbage.
- Arrange a bed of shredded cabbage on two plates. Divide the crab between them, piling it into the center of each one. Finely chop the scallion and scatter over each plate and then bash some pink peppercorns either in a pestle and mortar - rich in lewd symbolism - or put them in a freezer bag, close it and hit with a rolling pin (more of a comedy moment) and sprinkle these, too, over the crab cocktails.
- Cut the remaining lime half into wedges and put on the side of the plates for extra spritzing.
ELEGANT CRAB COCKTAIL
This recipe offers a perfect application for large white lumps of crabmeat. It is best when prepared the day ahead. There are several aesthetically pleasing ways to present it.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time P1D
Yield 6-12 servings, depending on presentation, 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients (except crab) together and pour over crab.
- Let set to blend flavors in refrigerator as time permits (for at least 1 hour; preferably for up to 24 hours).
- Serve piled in lettuce-lined martini glasses or mounded on scallop shells (available in finer kitchen supply stores).
- Endive or cucumber"boats" are a good substitute for these presentations.
- Garnish with fresh chives or sprigs of parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.7, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 64.1, Sodium 433.3, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 14.5
CRAB COCKTAIL
Swap prawn and iceberg lettuce for crabmeat, crunchy raw fennel and avocado, topped with classic Marie Rose sauce
Provided by James Martin
Categories Dinner, Starter
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put the fennel in a large bowl of ice-cold water with a squeeze of lemon juice. Leave for at least 30 mins to crisp up. Drizzle more lemon juice on the avocados to stop them browning. Whisk together all the ingredients for the Marie Rose sauce in a bowl with seasoning. Set aside to chill in the fridge.
- Just before serving, drain the fennel and toss with the remaining lemon juice, dill and some seasoning. Layer the lettuce, avocado, fennel and crab in 4 x half-pint glasses - or tumblers or jam jars. Add a spoonful of sauce to each, then repeat the layers until the glasses are full, finishing with the Marie Rose sauce. Sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper over each cocktail and serve with lemon wedges and toast, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 1.9 milligram of sodium
MY AMAZING CRAB COCKTAIL
I'm allergic to shrimp so i have adapted one of my favorite recipes to accommodate my allergy! This was a huge hit at the family 4th gathering. Gone in 15 minutes!
Provided by Cynthia Holbert
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. just toss it all together and serve with organic blue tortilla chips
Tips:
- Keep it chilled: Crab cocktail is best served chilled, so make sure to keep all of your ingredients cold until you're ready to serve. You can even chill your serving glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before assembling the cocktail.
- Use fresh, high-quality crab: The fresher the crab, the better your cocktail will taste. If you can, buy live crab and cook it yourself. Otherwise, look for fresh or frozen crab meat that is free of any off-putting odors.
- Don't overcook the crab: Overcooked crab is tough and chewy, so be careful not to cook it for too long. If you're cooking live crab, cook it for 8-10 minutes per pound. If you're using frozen crab meat, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before cooking it for 4-5 minutes per pound.
- Use a variety of sauces: Crab cocktail is traditionally served with a cocktail sauce, but you can also use other sauces, such as tartar sauce, remoulade, or even a simple vinaigrette. Experiment with different sauces to find your favorite.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill, add a pop of color and flavor to crab cocktail. Garnish your cocktail with fresh herbs before serving.
Conclusion:
Crab cocktail is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its fresh, briny flavor and creamy texture, crab cocktail is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give crab cocktail a try. You won't be disappointed!
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