Description
Famous Crab Bombs Classic is a savory baked appetizer featuring jumbo lump crab meat blended with flavorful ingredients like mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and Old Bay seasoning. These golden, buttery crab mounds are baked to perfection, delivering a rich and buttery seafood bite that is perfect for entertaining or as a delicious starter.
Ingredients
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Crab Bombs Classic Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo lump crab meat, fresh or pasteurized
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons crushed buttery crackers
- Melted butter for brushing
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to reach the full temperature for even cooking.
- Prepare Crab Meat: Carefully inspect the crab meat and remove any shell pieces while preserving the lump texture to ensure the best bite.
- Combine Flavoring Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and chopped parsley until smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Crab and Crackers: Gently fold the jumbo lump crab meat and crushed buttery crackers into the flavoring mixture, mixing just until combined to maintain the delicate texture of the crab.
- Shape Mixture: Form the mixture into 4 to 6 uniform mounds and place them on a parchment-lined or lightly greased baking sheet to prepare for baking.
- Brush with Butter and Bake: Generously brush each crab mound with melted butter, then bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until they are golden brown on top and heated through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with lemon wedges and optional additional Old Bay seasoning for extra flavor.
Notes
- Handle the crab meat gently to preserve the lumps for a better texture.
- Use fresh or pasteurized jumbo lump crab meat for the best flavor and quality.
- Buttery crackers add texture and a subtle buttery flavor — crushed saltines or Ritz crackers work well.
- Brushing with melted butter before baking enhances browning and richness.
- Serve with lemon wedges to add a fresh citrus brightness that complements the crab.
- Optional extra Old Bay seasoning can be sprinkled on top for more spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crab bombs, baked crab appetizer, seafood appetizer, Old Bay crab, crab mixture
