Description
- These Crab Bombs are packed with flavor, featuring tender crab meat, creamy cheese, and seasonings all rolled into a delicious crispy bite-sized ball. Perfect as an appetizer or a fun party snack, these are sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
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1 lb lump crab meat, drained and flaked
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1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup chopped green onions
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
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1 large egg, beaten
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Vegetable oil for frying (or olive oil for baking)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, green onions, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
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Gently fold in 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs to the crab mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the crab mixture and roll them into balls.
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Roll each crab ball in additional panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the crab bombs into the oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. If baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden.
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Remove the crab bombs from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like cocktail sauce or a garlic aioli.
Notes
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Be sure not to overmix the crab to keep the texture light and fluffy.
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If you want a spicier version, add a few dashes of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
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For a low-carb version, skip the breadcrumbs and try coating the crab bombs in crushed almonds instead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab bomb
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg