Description
Indulge in the delicate and savory taste of crab with these Crab Delight Bites, a perfectly baked appetizer or main dish that captures the essence of gourmet seafood in a bite-sized delight. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful, crunchy treat that’s ideal for gatherings or a family dinner. Let’s explore how to bring this scrumptious dish to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1 ½ cups mayo
- ¼ cup plain bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp. Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tbsp. yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp. freshly minced parsley
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Crab Mix
- In a large bowl, combine the mayo, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, egg, yellow mustard, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Assembling the Crab Delight Bites
- Gradually add the bread crumbs to the mixture, stirring gently to maintain the texture of the crab meat.
- Fold in the minced parsley until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Baking
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease or line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Form the mixture into small, round, bite-sized pieces and place them on the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the bites turn golden brown. Be sure to monitor the baking closely to prevent overcooking.
- Serving
- Remove the crab bites from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Optionally, drizzle with a bit more lemon juice to enhance the flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes