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Creamy Baked Crab Imperial

Creamy Baked Crab Imperial: Your New Favorite Comfort Feast

Creamy Baked Crab Imperial is an elegant dish that's rich in flavor and perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Mixture
  • 1 pound Lump Crab Meat high quality recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream avoid substitutions
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning mix with salt and pepper for seasoning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs preferred for texture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or substitute with chives

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, fold the lump crab meat with heavy cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and spices gently.
  3. Spoon the crab mixture into the greased baking dish and smooth the top evenly.
  4. Sprinkle Panko breadcrumbs evenly over the crab mixture for a crunchy topping.
  5. Bake for approximately 25 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Gentle mixing helps maintain chunkiness of crab meat.

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