Lemon-Dill Crab Roll-Ups 🦀🍋

Recipe: Crab Spirals With Lemon & Dill 🦀🍋

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 32 pieces

Description:

If you can find “Crab Delights” by Clover Leaf, they are delicious. If not, roll loose crab to form a leg. Imitation crab may be used as a substitute. This recipe is perfect for lunches, snacks, or even for serving at large gatherings. It’s a delightful combination of creamy cheese, fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and succulent crab, all rolled up in a spinach tortilla. These crab spirals with lemon and dill are easy to make and are sure to impress your guests, whether it’s for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or just a weeknight treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 package (250g) light cream cheese
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Pepper to taste
• 32 spinach tortillas
• 1 package (about 454g) Crab Delights or imitation crab meat

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the light cream cheese, chopped green onions, fresh dill, dried dill weed, lemon juice, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. This creamy mixture will be the flavorful base for your crab spirals.

2. Spread the Mixture on Spinach Wraps:

   • Take each spinach tortilla and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface, covering it completely from edge to edge. Ensure that the mixture is spread thinly and evenly to avoid overpowering the flavors.

3. Add the Crab Legs:

   • Place two crab legs, end to end, on each spinach wrap. If you’re using Crab Delights, simply place them as they are. If you’re using loose crab meat, roll it tightly to form a leg shape before placing it on the wrap. This step ensures that each bite of your crab spirals is filled with delicious crab goodness.

4. Roll Up Tightly:

   • Roll up each tortilla tightly to enclose the crab filling. Roll from one end to the other, pressing gently as you go to ensure a firm and compact roll. This step is crucial for keeping your spirals intact when sliced later on.

5. Chill in the Refrigerator:

   • Once rolled, wrap each tortilla roll individually in plastic wrap to secure them. Place the wrapped rolls in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight if preferred. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld together and the rolls to set, making them easier to slice.

6. Slice Into Pieces:

   • After the chilling period, remove the plastic wrap from each tortilla roll. Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 1-inch pieces. Take care to slice evenly to ensure uniform spirals. Arrange the slices on a serving platter, ready to be enjoyed.

7. Optional Step for Loose Crab Meat:

   • If you’re using loose crab meat instead of pre-formed crab legs, ensure that it is well-drained and pat dry with a paper towel before placing it on the wrap. Then, roll it up tightly along with the cream cheese mixture to form a leg shape.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 26
• Fat: 1.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.1g
• Cholesterol: 6.8mg
• Sodium: 88mg
• Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 0g
• Protein: 1.6g

Keywords:

Crab, Cheese, Canadian, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Oven, Refrigerator, Easy

Tips:

• For a festive touch, garnish your serving platter with fresh lemon slices and sprigs of dill.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the cream cheese mixture.
• These crab spirals can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving. Just be sure to keep them wrapped tightly in plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
• Experiment with different types of tortillas for variety. Whole wheat, sun-dried tomato, or even flavored wraps can add an extra dimension of flavor to your crab spirals.