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Famous Crab Bombs

Delicious Famous Crab Bombs: Easy Seafood Delight at Home

Discover the irresistible Famous Crab Bombs, a seafood delight bursting with flavor and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bombs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Filling
  • 1 lb Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Fresh, hand-picked
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Low-fat version optional
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Omit for milder taste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce alternative
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Chives/Green Onions Fresh parsley works as well
For Binding and Topping
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use for traditional recipes
  • 4 tbsp Melted Butter Drizzle over top

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step 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 combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning.
  3. With slightly damp hands, shape portions of the crab filling into golf-ball-sized balls and place them on the lined baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle melted butter generously over each crab bomb.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. Feel free to customize with additional spices or sauces.

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