MR. BAYLEY'S WEST INDIES SALAD

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This salad is the quintessential regional dish of the Lower Alabama Gulf Coast area. It was invented by the late Bill Bayley, who owned a steak and seafood restaurant of good repute. It must be prepared exactly as directed, with careful layering. Use the coldest ice water you can find in the recipe. The longer this one marinates, the better. The recipe sounds simple, but the results are indescribably delicious. This well-guarded recipe was finally published in 1964 in the Junior League of Mobile cookbook, Recipe Jubilee. Cooking time refers to time needed to marinate (2-12 hours).

Provided by Recipewrestler

Categories     Crab

Time 12h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium onion, chopped fine
1 lb fresh lump crabmeat
4 ounces Wesson Oil
3 ounces cider vinegar
4 ounces ice water (as cold as you can get it)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Follow these instructions to the letter!
  • Spread half of onion over bottom of large bowl.
  • Cover with separated crab lumps.
  • Add the remaining onion.
  • Salt and pepper.
  • Pour oil, vinegar and ice water over all.
  • Cover and marinate 2-12 hours.
  • Toss lightly before serving.
  • Serve as a"salad" on a bed of lettuce or on crackers as an appetizer.
  • Variation: Substitute royal red shrimp for the crabmeat.

Anastasia
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish for potlucks or picnics.


Jaxsyn Byrd
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This salad is too sweet for my taste.


Rosy Uka
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I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Steven Haggerty
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or ham.


motreangelo Blakely
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I've never had a salad like this before. It's so unique and flavorful.


John Rai
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


Alan Alexander
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I'm not a big fan of grapefruit, but I really enjoyed this salad. The grapefruit adds a nice tartness that balances out the sweetness of the other ingredients.


afzal Ahmad
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This salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needs more seasoning.


Gamal Hassan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of sweet and tangy flavors.


Zakir Kashmiri
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Not a fan of this salad. The flavors just didn't work for me.


Sadam Mohammed
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This is my go-to salad for summer cookouts. It's always a crowd-pleaser and so easy to make.


faheem Jan Jan
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's easy to make and always a hit at potlucks.


konil gemar
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste, but overall the salad is very refreshing and flavorful.


Prince Akter
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This salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The combination of sweet, tangy, and savory ingredients creates a perfect balance.