Crab Imperial (Florida Style)
Description: 🦀 Dive into the taste of Florida with this delectable Crab Imperial recipe passed down from generation to generation. Originating from the kitchen of a retiree in the sun-kissed haven of Ft. Lauderdale, this dish has consistently garnered praise and adoration from all who have had the pleasure of indulging in its creamy, seafood-infused goodness.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Crab, < 30 Mins
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 650.8
- Fat Content: 38.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 610.9mg
- Sodium Content: 1488.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 15.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.3g
- Sugar Content: 1.9g
- Protein Content: 58.7g
Servings: 2
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Lump crabmeat |
| 1/2 | Cup milk |
| 1 | Egg yolk |
| 3 | Tablespoons butter |
| 1 | Tablespoon flour |
| 4 | Teaspoons dry mustard |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon white pepper |
| 1/8 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1/4 | Cup lemon juice |
| 1/4 | Cup Worcestershire sauce |
| 1 1/2 | Tablespoons mayonnaise |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon paprika |
Instructions:
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Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare Milk: In a saucepan, heat 1/2 cup of milk until it reaches the boiling point.
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Create Base: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the flour and stir until combined.
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Combine Ingredients: Slowly pour the heated milk over the flour and butter mixture, stirring continuously until smooth and creamy.
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Cool Mixture: Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
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Add Flavor: Beat the egg yolks and add them to the cooled mixture along with the dry mustard, white pepper, salt, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Mix until well combined.
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Incorporate Crab: Gently fold in the lump crabmeat, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Fill Dishes: Transfer the crab mixture into either cleaned crab shells or small ovenproof dishes.
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Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of milk. Brush this mixture over the top of the crab-filled dishes.
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Final Touch: Sprinkle the crab dishes lightly with paprika for an added burst of color and flavor.
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Bake: Place the filled dishes in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the mixture is heated through.
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Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately, delighting in the creamy texture and savory taste of this classic Florida-style Crab Imperial.
Enjoy your culinary journey through the flavors of Florida with this mouthwatering Crab Imperial recipe! 🌴🦀
