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Delicious Famous Crab Bombs

Delicious Famous Crab Bombs: A Must-Try Seafood Delight

Experience the bliss of fresh crab with these Delicious Famous Crab Bombs—an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bombs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Bombs
  • 1 lb Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Fresh, hand-picked
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can use lighter mayo for lower-fat
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Optional for flavor
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tbsp Chives/Green Onions Can substitute with parsley
  • 1/2 cup Bread Crumbs Optional for binding
For Baking
  • 2 tbsp Melted Butter Optional for richness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Sprinkle in Old Bay seasoning to taste and fold in chives.
  3. Form the mixture into medium-sized balls and place on the baking sheet, ensuring space between them.
  4. Drizzle melted butter over each crab bomb if desired.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm with lemon wedges and dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These crab bombs are best served warm and can be tailored for gluten-free and keto diets, making them a versatile entertaining option.

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