Description
Crab Imperial is a luxurious yet simple seafood dish that impresses both guests and family alike. This creamy baked delight features tender lump crab meat enveloped in a rich sauce, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering. In just about 40 minutes, you can whip up this elegant dish that pairs beautifully with crackers, crusty bread, or a fresh salad. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night at home, Crab Imperial is sure to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- Optional: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat and diced red bell pepper.
- If desired, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish or ramekins and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with paprika and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Choose fresh lump crab meat for best flavor. Be gentle when mixing to maintain large chunks of crab. Feel free to experiment with additional spices or vegetables based on your preference.