Hey y’all, Austin here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today I’m sharing my Stuffed Crab Recipe, a dish that takes me right back to my childhood on the Gulf Coast.
I remember my first attempt at making this when I was about 12. My dad had brought home a bunch of blue crabs from his fishing trip, and I insisted on helping prepare them. Let’s just say, it didn’t go smoothly. I ended up with more crab meat on the floor than in the shells!
But with some guidance from my mom and a lot of practice, I finally got the hang of it. Now, Stuffed Crab is my preferred dish when I’m feeling a bit homesick. It’s not as tricky as you might think, and the flavor is out of this world. So grab your apron, and let’s dive into this tasty Gulf Coast classic together!
What Is a Stuffed Crab?
The mouth-watering stuffed crab is probably something you’ve seen on the menu at some seafood restaurant. Crab meat’s natural sweetness pairs beautifully with the savory filling in this irresistible treat.
This is the perfect spot for you if you’ve been wanting to know how to make this dish at home. If you want to wow your loved ones with a delicious and visually appealing stuffed crab dish, then you need to follow the instructions in this article.
Coastal Stuffed Crab Recipe
Equipment
- Sharp Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper
- Brush for butter
Ingredients
- 4 whole crabs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup cooked crab meat
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean and prep the crabs by removing the top shell and cleaning out the insides.
- Combine cooked crab meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Stuff each crab cavity with the filling, ensuring even distribution and compactness.
- Brush melted butter over the stuffed crabs for added flavor and browning.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the stuffed crabs for 20-25 minutes until thoroughly cooked and golden brown.
- Let the stuffed crabs cool for a few minutes before serving with fresh parsley, lemon wedges, and your favorite seafood sauce or aioli. Enjoy the succulent crab meat and flavorful filling!
Nutrition
Possible Variations With This Recipe!
Want to try something new with your stuffing crab recipe? Of course! You can attempt these simple additions and swaps:
- Crumbs from Bread: Don’t fret if you run out of cracker crumbs. Substituting bread crumbs for regular flour results in a slightly different texture.
- Seasoning: Feel free to use your preferred seasoning! Use what you have, whether that’s Old Bay, Creole seasoning, or even just salt and pepper.
- Want to turn up the heat? For an additional kick, add some red pepper flakes while cooking.
- Looking to enhance the texture and flavor of your shrimp dish? Toss the stuffing mixture with chopped shrimp.
- For a creamier filling, you can substitute cream cheese for Parmesan in some recipes. If you’re in the mood for some excitement, try it out!
- Pay Attention to Texture: Tailor the stuffing to your preference based on whether you want firm or crumbly crab meat. What matters most is your personal preference.
- Flavor Enhancement: Mustard seed and celery seed are essential additions. They give your stuffing mix more dimension.
- To enhance the flavor of your stuffed crabs, sprinkle some olive oil over them before cooking.
Favorable Servings with Stuffed Crab!
