Crab Imperial
Description: Dive into the irresistible flavors of Crab Imperial with this delectable recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for lunch or a snack, this dish combines the richness of lump crabmeat with a medley of vegetables and cheese, all baked to golden perfection in the oven. It’s a kid-friendly option with just the right amount of spice to tantalize your taste buds.
Keywords: Crab, Grains, Cheese, Vegetable, Kid Friendly, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Servings: 4
| Cook Time | Prep Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 25 mins | 45 mins |
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lump crabmeat
- 1/2 cup scallions, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup pimiento, diced
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Breadcrumbs (for topping)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 284.3
- Fat: 5.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 138.2mg
- Sodium: 752mg
- Carbohydrates: 25.3g
- Fiber: 12.8g
- Sugar: 3.2g
- Protein: 34.9g
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Crab Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the lump crabmeat, finely chopped scallions, diced green bell pepper, diced pimiento, lightly beaten egg, dry mustard, chopped artichoke hearts, paprika, and half of the mayonnaise. Stir until well mixed, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Assemble and Bake: Spoon the crabmeat mixture into four one-cup baking dishes. Top each dish with the remaining mayonnaise, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs on top of each dish.
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Bake: Place the baking dishes in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the mixture is heated through and the topping is golden brown.
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Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the Crab Imperial immediately, garnished with additional chopped scallions or paprika if desired.
Enjoy your delicious Crab Imperial! 🦀🧀🌶️
