Description
Crab Crunchies are a delightful seafood treat that will elevate any gathering! These crispy, golden bites combine fresh crab meat with creamy cheese, Dijon mustard, and zesty lemon juice for a flavor explosion in every mouthful. Perfect as an appetizer or a casual snack, they are quick to prepare and can be served with your favorite dipping sauces like cocktail or tartar sauce. The satisfying crunch from the breadcrumb coating makes these Crab Crunchies an irresistible choice for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (beaten)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Dip each ball into the beaten egg and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the coated balls until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg