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Baked Stuffed Crab Shells


  • Author: Megan

Ingredients

To make the most flavorful baked stuffed crab shells, youโ€™ll need the following ingredients:

  • Crab Meat: 1 pound of fresh or canned crab meat, carefully picked over to remove any shells.
  • Breadcrumbs: 1 cup of panko or plain breadcrumbs for a light, crispy texture.
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted.
  • Onion: 1 small onion, finely chopped.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced.
  • Bell Pepper: 1/2 cup of finely chopped green or red bell pepper.
  • Celery: 1/4 cup, finely chopped.
  • Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup for creaminess.
  • Eggs: 1 large egg, beaten.
  • Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed for a hint of citrus.
  • Worcestershire Sauce: 1 teaspoon for depth of flavor.
  • Cayenne Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon for a touch of heat.
  • Salt and Black Pepper: To taste.
  • Parsley: 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped.
  • Parmesan Cheese: 1/4 cup, grated for topping.
  • Crab Shells: Cleaned and prepared crab shells or small ramekins for baking.


Instructions

Creating baked stuffed crab shells is a straightforward process that results in a deliciously satisfying dish. Follow these steps to achieve perfection:

  1. Prepare the Crab Meat: Start by ensuring that your crab meat is free of shells. Gently pick through it and set it aside.
  2. Sautรฉ Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery. Sautรฉ until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautรฉed vegetables with the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, beaten egg, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat.
  4. Fill the Shells: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Carefully spoon the crab mixture into the prepared crab shells or ramekins, pressing lightly to compact.
  5. Top with Cheese: Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the top of each stuffed shell and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake: Place the shells on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the filling is heated through.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: One Normal Portion
  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 20g