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Famous Crab Bombs Recipe

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Famous Crab Bombs are a delicious and elegant seafood appetizer made from jumbo lump crab meat mixed with flavorful ingredients like mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and Old Bay seasoning. Baked to golden perfection and drizzled with melted butter, these crab bombs offer a tender, flaky texture with delightful crispy edges. Perfect for entertaining or a special occasion, they serve beautifully with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Crab Bomb Mixture

  • 1 pound Jumbo Lump Crab Meat, well-drained, cartilage removed
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 Egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Green Onions or Chives, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Breadcrumbs (optional, gluten-free if desired)
  • 1 pinch Salt and Pepper, to taste

For Baking and Serving

  • 2 tablespoons Butter, melted, for drizzling
  • 1 whole Lemon, cut into wedges (to serve)
  • Optional: tartar sauce or aioli for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, green onions, optional breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
  3. Fold Carefully: Use a spatula or your hands to carefully fold the mixture, preserving the large lumps of crab meat for texture.
  4. Shape Crab Bombs: Shape the crab mixture into 4 medium-sized or 2 large oval-shaped crab bombs. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is space between each to allow even baking.
  5. Drizzle Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the tops of each crab bomb for richness and to help with browning.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crab bombs are golden brown, set in the center, and have slightly crispy edges.
  7. Serve: Serve the crab bombs warm with lemon wedges on the side. Optionally, provide tartar sauce or aioli for dipping to add extra flavor.

Notes

  • Be gentle when mixing the crab meat to keep the lumps intact for better texture.
  • Breadcrumbs are optional and can be substituted with gluten-free options or omitted for a lighter bite.
  • Using full-fat mayonnaise improves flavor and moisture but can be substituted with light mayonnaise if preferred.
  • Adjust Old Bay seasoning to your taste for spice and seasoning balance.
  • Serve immediately after baking for the best texture and flavor.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated but may lose some crispiness.

Keywords: Crab bombs, crab appetizer, seafood appetizer, baked crab, Old Bay seasoning recipe, easy crab dish, party appetizers

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