Dressed crab
Dressed crab is a delightful seafood dish that typically consists of the meat from a crab, mixed with various ingredients such as herbs, spices, mayonnaise, and sometimes breadcrumbs. The crab meat is carefully extracted, mixed with the flavorful ingredients, and then placed back into the crab shell for presentation.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh crab (cooked and cleaned)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- 1 lemon cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Start by carefully removing the meat from the cooked crab, making sure to discard the shell and cartilage. Break the meat into smaller pieces if needed.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix well to create a smooth dressing.
- Add the chopped green onions and parsley to the dressing. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Give it a good stir to ensure all the flavors are well combined.
- Gently fold the crab meat into the dressing until it is evenly coated. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
- If you wish to add a crunchy element, sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the dressed crab mixture and gently mix again.
- Once everything is combined, divide the dressed crab mixture into 4 equal portions and spoon it back into the crab shells for a lovely presentation. If you don't have crab shells, you can also serve the dressed crab in small bowls or ramekins.
- If desired, you can garnish each portion with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a lemon wedge for added freshness.
- Serve immediately and enjoy with crusty bread, a fresh salad, or as part of a seafood platter.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 282kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 12g (24%)Fat: 22g (34%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 36mg (12%)Sodium: 751mg (33%)Potassium: 214mg (6%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 269IU (5%)Vitamin C: 25mg (30%)Calcium: 59mg (6%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
