Description
Creamy Crab Imperial is a delightful seafood dish that makes for the perfect centerpiece at any gathering. With its rich, velvety texture and the sweet flavor of lump crabmeat, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces lump crabmeat
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a small casserole or baking dish.
- Carefully pick through the crabmeat to remove any shell fragments, ensuring the lumps remain intact for texture.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning until you have a smooth mixture.
- Stir in the egg until fully combined, creating a rich base.
- Gently fold in the crabmeat, taking care to keep the larger pieces intact for an appealing bite.
- Spoon the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Generously sprinkle the top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling at the edges.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving to add a pop of color.
Notes
If out of Old Bay seasoning, try using Cajun seasoning for a different flavor. Pair with a crisp green salad or garlic bread, and enhance the experience with white wine or iced tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg