Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Crab Crunchies: A Crispy, Savory Delight! These bite-sized treats are perfect for seafood lovers and make a fantastic addition to any gathering. With a creamy crab filling encased in a crunchy breadcrumb coating, each bite bursts with flavor from tangy Dijon mustard and zesty lemon juice. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these crispy crab snacks will surely impress your guests. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable appetizer experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation)
- 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 (for coating)
- 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. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Coat each ball by dipping it into beaten egg and rolling it in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the crab balls for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 172mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg