Famous Crab Bombs Classic
Elegant crab bombs packed with jumbo lump crab meat and Old Bay spice – the ultimate seafood appetizer!
Preparation Time
15 min
Cooking Time
20 min
Overall Time
35 min
Created By: Lily Chen
Category: Party & Snacks
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American
Output: 8 Serves (8 servings)
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
→ Seafood
1 pound jumbo lump crab meat, fresh or pasteurized
→ Binding and Flavoring
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
→ Coating
2 tablespoons crushed buttery crackers
→ Finishing
Melted butter for brushing
Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow to fully heat.
Inspect crab meat carefully, removing any shells while keeping the delicate lumps intact.
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and chopped parsley until well combined.
Add lump crab meat and crushed crackers to the bowl, folding gently until mixture just comes together. Avoid overmixing to preserve the crab’s texture.
Shape mixture into 4-6 even mounds and arrange on a parchment-lined or greased baking sheet.
Brush each crab mound generously with melted butter. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and heated through.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and additional Old Bay seasoning if desired.
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