This classic “dressed crab” presentation transforms simple cooked crab into a sophisticated centerpiece. The sweet, delicate white meat is gently folded with fresh lemon zest, parsley, and a light mayonnaise dressing, creating a bright and refreshing flavor profile. The darker brown meat is mixed with breadcrumbs and mustard for a savory, textured contrast that fills the shell. It’s a dish that looks impressive yet relies on minimal cooking, making it perfect for summer entertaining, special brunches, or when you want to serve seafood with style. The combination of creamy sauce, crisp herbs, and tender crab offers a luxurious dining experience without the fuss of complex preparation.
Dressed Crab
Description
This classic "dressed crab" presentation transforms simple cooked crab into a sophisticated centerpiece. The sweet, delicate white meat is gently folded with fresh lemon zest, parsley, and a light mayonnaise dressing, creating a bright and refreshing flavor profile. The darker brown meat is mixed with breadcrumbs and mustard for a savory, textured contrast that fills the shell. It&# 226;ÂÂs a dish that looks impressive yet relies on minimal cooking, making it perfect for summer entertaining, special brunches, or when you want to serve seafood with style. The combination of creamy sauce, crisp herbs, and tender crab offers a luxurious dining experience without the fuss of complex preparation.Ingredients
Directions
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Crack open the crab claws and carefully remove the white meat, keeping the pieces as large and intact as possible.
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Place the white claw meat into a clean mixing bowl.
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Pick the remaining white meat from the legs and body of the crab and add it to the bowl with the claw meat.
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Add the grated lemon rind, half of the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, and 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise to the white meat.
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Gently fold the ingredients together with the crab meat, being careful not to break up the chunks.
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In a separate small bowl, combine the soft brown breadcrumbs, the remaining 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise, the rest of the lemon juice, and the Dijon mustard.
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Scoop the brown meat from the crab shells and add it to the breadcrumb mixture, stirring gently to combine.
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Wash the crab shells thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels.
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Use the brown meat and breadcrumb mixture to fill the two sides of each crab shell, packing it down slightly.
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Spoon the dressed white meat mixture into the center of the shell, creating a mound between the brown meat sections.
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Sprinkle the finely chopped hard-boiled egg and the remaining chopped parsley over the top for decoration.
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Serve immediately with brown bread, butter, and a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 197.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.5g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 161.2mg54%
- Sodium 658.3mg28%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 40.9g82%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
