Description
Crab Crunchies are irresistible bites that combine savory crab meat with a crunchy, zesty coating. Perfect for any gathering, these delectable treats will impress your guests and elevate your culinary game. With their crispy exterior and flavorful filling, they’re an experience you won’t want to miss. Serve them warm with cocktail sauce or lemon wedges for the ultimate snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, gently drain the crab meat and combine it with panko breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and optional cilantro. Mix until well combined.
- 3. Form the mixture into bite-sized balls or patties, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- 4. Place the formed bites on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have space between them.
- 5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg