Crab Imperial
A nostalgic and rich dish featuring succulent crabmeat in a creamy base, topped with crispy breadcrumbs, perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound crabmeat
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold in the crabmeat until well coated.
- Transfer the crab mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare the topping by mixing breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the crabmeat.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with a garden salad or roasted asparagus. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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