Crabmeat Fajitas

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Crispy fried jalape&# 195;±os stuffed with creamy crab and served with a fresh avocado salsa
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Crabmeat Fajitas

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 413.3

Description

These Crabmeat Fajitas are a decadent twist on classic Mexican appetizers. Plump jalapeño halves are stuffed with a rich mixture of sweet crabmeat, onion, and bell pepper, then dipped in a beer-batter and deep-fried until golden and crisp. The heat of the peppers balances beautifully with the cool, savory crab filling. Served with a zesty avocado and salsa dip, they offer a perfect crunch-to-creamy texture contrast. Ideal for parties, game nights, or a special weeknight dinner, these bites bring restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen using simple, high-quality ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the jalapeños lengthwise in half, leaving the stems attached, and remove seeds and membranes.
  2. Place jalapeño halves in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a simmer for 1 minute; drain and repeat with fresh water to reduce heat.
  3. Pat the blanched jalapeño halves completely dry with paper towels.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the drained crabmeat, minced red onion, minced green bell pepper, and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Spoon the crab mixture into the hollowed-out jalapeño halves, pressing gently to fill and compress the filling.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and Mexican beer until smooth; let the batter stand for 5 minutes.
  7. Heat corn oil in a heavy deep pot to 375ðF (190ðC).
  8. Dredge the filled jalapeños lightly in extra flour, then dip into the beer batter to coat completely.
  9. Holding the stem end, carefully lower the battered jalapeños into the hot oil and fry in batches for about 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  10. Transfer fried jalapeños to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  11. In a small bowl, combine diced avocado, mild salsa, and remaining mayonnaise; season to taste to create the dipping sauce.
  12. Arrange the hot crab-filled jalapeños on a platter and serve immediately with the avocado salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 413.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.9g22%
Saturated Fat 2.2g12%
Cholesterol 73.1mg25%
Sodium 363.3mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 45.4g16%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g30%
Sugars 15.7g
Protein 24.8g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: crab, crabmeat, fajitas, fried, jalapeno, mexican, appetizer, seafood, batter, avocado, salsa, party food, spicy, beer batter, deep fried
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