Description
These Delicious Mushrooms Stuffed with Crab Meat are the perfect appetizer or party dish! Large mushroom caps are filled with a savory crab meat mixture, seasoned perfectly, and baked to golden perfection. A bite of these flavorful stuffed mushrooms will transport you to gourmet heaven.
Ingredients
For the Stuffing:
- 12 large white or cremini mushrooms (stems removed and caps cleaned)
- 1 cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs (preferably panko for crunch)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. -
Prepare the Mushrooms:
Gently remove the stems from the mushroom caps. Finely chop the stems and set them aside (you’ll add these to the stuffing mixture). Wipe the mushroom caps with a damp cloth to clean them. -
Make the Crab Meat Stuffing:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, chopped mushroom stems, softened cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning (if using), and salt and pepper. Mix gently to combine, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much. -
Stuff the Mushrooms:
Spoon the crab mixture into each mushroom cap, pressing the stuffing in slightly to fill them generously. Sprinkle the tops with breadcrumbs for added texture and crunch. -
Bake the Mushrooms:
Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the stuffing is golden and bubbly. -
Serve:
Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with extra fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy these flavorful stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer or part of a meal.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a bit of grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese to the crab mixture before baking.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the stuffing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg