Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Crab Imperial, an easy-to-make seafood delight that’s perfect for both special occasions and casual dinners. This baked crab dish features tender lump crab meat enveloped in a creamy sauce, creating a rich and satisfying experience that will impress your guests. With its elegant presentation, you can serve it warm in individual ramekins or a baking dish, making it a visually stunning centerpiece for any meal. Plus, it comes together quickly—ready in just 40 minutes—so you can enjoy more time with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish or ramekins.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat to maintain texture. Add diced red bell pepper and parsley; mix lightly.
- If desired, combine breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top for crunch.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with extra paprika and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 105mg