Best Chesapeake Crab Balls Recipes
CHESAPEAKE BAY CRAB CAKES
Of the many species of crab inhabiting the East Coast waters, blue crab is the most plentiful, ranking behind lobster and shrimp in commercial value. The crab most often found on the menu at beach picnics, it is available from February, when the water turns warm around Florida, until cold weather returns. The stone crab, by contrast, is rare and expensive. Concentrated around Key West and Miami, it ranges up to the Carolinas and west to Texas. Only the claw meat is eaten: trappers break off one claw, and the crab regenerates a new one. The secret to making sure you get the most value for your lump crabmeat in this recipe is to make sure you don't overmix it with the other ingredients. Tossing until just combined creates a better texture and less monotonous tasting crab cake. These crab cakes are the perfect party-ready appetizer, but they can also be served as a main dish.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Time 33m
Yield 18 mini crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Pick crabmeat, removing any bits of shell.
- Whisk egg in a medium bowl. Whisk in parsley flakes, next 3 ingredients, 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise, and 3/4 tsp. Old Bay seasoning. Gently stir in crabmeat and cracker crumbs. Shape crab mixture into 18 (1 1/2-inch) patties. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Stir together remaining 5 Tbsp. mayonnaise and 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning; spread on crab cakes, and sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes or until golden. (Do not overbake.) Serve with lemon wedges. Garnish, if desired.
CHESAPEAKE CRAB BALLS
This was a success at a wine and cheese party..everyone brought something...this was my contribution..with a good California Wine!! **update** I did change the recipe to read 4 tbls instead of 1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning It was easier to dig out of the can with a measuring spoon then to dump it into a measuring cup. Sorry if it caused any confusion. 4 TBLS = 1/4 CUP
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Spreads
Time P1DT15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Remove all excess shell from crabmeat
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, butter, green onions, old bay seasoning and horseradish. while mixing gradually add crabmeat. Divide mixture into two balls.
- Refrigerate the balls for at least one hour.
- On a piece of waxed paper, mix the parsley and old bay seasoning.
- Remove crab balls from the refrigerator and roll them on the wax paper until they are completely coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.1, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 515, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 10.4
CRISPY CRAB BALLS
These sweet, moist crab balls are a celebration in every bite! Whether you're making a dozen or a hundred, the secret to these festive little crab bites is the pre-measured mix. Great as a starter dish, this crab ball recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make and includes ingredients like OLD BAY® Classic Crab Cake Seasoning Mix, mayonnaise, vegetable oil and fresh crab meat. Ideal for holidays, housewarming parties or pre-gaming festivities, these deliciously golden crab balls are sure to be the hit of any event. Serve this crab appetizer along with some tangy McCormick® tartar sauce, with some other party favorites like Grilled Chicken Wings, Buffalo Chicken Dip and Mini Corn Dogs.
Provided by Old Bay
Categories Appetizers,
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine Crab Cake Mix and mayo. Add crabmeat and gently toss until well blended. Shape into 24 balls.Fry in batches in hot oil until golden brown turning once. Drain on paper towels. Serve with tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 Calories
MARYLAND CRAB BALLS
Print Recipe Maryland Crab balls are small crab cakes that can be seen at Chesapeake Bay-themed events and fairs all summer long. They are the perfect size to pass around and enjoy. Crab ball recipes are distinctive to each family, and in ours, there is often debate about which method is superior. While some people like adding a little sweetness and flavor with minced red bell pepper and scallion, I prefer the more classic recipe of adding Ritz crackers. This post may contain affiliate links so I earn a commission. Please read my disclosure for more info. Every bite is a celebration! The trick to these festive little appetizers, whether you're making a dozen or a hundred, is the pre-measured mix! These scrumptious Maryland crab balls will be the hit of the party, whether it's a holiday, housewarming, cocktail, or football party. Let's get started! What you'll need to make this Maryland Crab Balls recipe These baked Maryland crab balls are a simple and enjoyable dish to prepare. The recipe is entertaining because it may be served as an appetizer or a light meal. Crabmeat Egg Ritz crackers Mustard Lemon juice Parsley Old Bay Seasoning Worchestershire sauce INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 lb Crabmeat, Back Fin1 each egg; beaten1 cup Ritz crackers; crushed1 tsp yellow mustard2 tbsp Lemon juice; fresh2 tbsp Parsley; fresh, chopped1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Place crabmeat in a mixing bowl, picking any stray shell fragments out. Add crushed crackers, Old Bay Seasoning & parsley to the crab. In a separate bowl, combine egg, mustard, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Whip with a whisk until smooth. Pour egg mixture over the crabmeat and crackers and gently mix careful not to break up large lumps of crabmeat. Mold into golfball-sized balls and place on a cookie sheet. Bake @ 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Drizzle w/ melted butter and allow to cool, serving w/ saltine crackers For more tasty Chesapeake Bay recipes click here!
Provided by Georgia Marsh
Categories Appetizers
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350F
- Place crabmeat in a mixing bowl, picking any stray shell fragments out. Add crushed crackers, Old Bay Seasoning & parsley to the crab. In a separate bowl, combine egg, mustard, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Whip with a whisk until smooth. Pour egg mixture over the crabmeat and crackers and gently mix careful not to break up large lumps of crabmeat. Mold into golf ball sized balls and place on a cookie sheet. Bake @ 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Drizzle w/ melted butter and allow to cool, serving w/ saltine crackers
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350
CRABMEAT CHEESE BALL
Easy to prepare cheeseball. My husband does not like cheeseballs with green or red peppers but likes this because it has crabmeat in it. I think it has a great flavor and is a great appetizer for company.
Provided by woohoopepper
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 1 medium cheeseball, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Using a collander covered with a paper towel inside, drain the crabmeat until nice and flaky and not moist.
- 2. Blend cream cheese, chives, garlic powder and salt.
- 3. Fold in the crabmeat and mix well.
- 4. Shape mixture into a ball (or a log) and then roll in pecans until the outside is coated.
- 5. Chill at least an hour. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.5, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 26.7, Sodium 222.8, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 4.5
BALTIMORE RAVENS RAGIN' CRAB BALLS
I love crab! These are perfect for a party, starter or just a snack. Crab is rather expensive... this is my way of being frugal and still being able to enjoy these lil' delites. You won't find alot of filler in my balls. I want you to enjoy the crab! I made these for my Homeowners Annual meeting 10/22/2011. These babies...
Provided by Sherri Williams
Categories Other Sauces
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- 1. combine ingredients 1-9. add 1/3 of the bread crumbs.
- 2. fold ingredients together
- 3. on a large plate combine remaining bread crumbs and parsley. form the crab mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls. roll balls in the bread crumbs and parsley mixture.
- 4. deep fry at 320 degrees for 3 minutes or until golden brown
- 5. remove and drain oil
- 6. serve with spicy crab sauce
CHESAPEAKE CRAB BALL
A crab ball for the seafood lovers
Provided by Nancy Potter
Categories Other Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Remove excess shell from the crabmeat. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, green onions, Old Bay Seasoning and horseradish. While mixing, gradually add the crabmeat. Divide the mixture into two balls. Refrigerate the balls for at least one hour. On a piece of waxed paper, mix the parsley and Old Bay Seasoning. Remove the crab balls from the refrigerator and roll them on the wax paper until they are completely coated.
CHESAPEAKE BAY CRABS
This recipe for hard-shell blue crabs comes from Rob Cernak, owner of Obrycki's Crab House in Baltimore. It's best to keep the crabs on ice. If you are unable to do so, make certain to wet them before you season them. The water helps the seasoning adhere to the crabs' shells.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place about 6 cups of water, the vinegar, and the beer in an 8-gallon stockpot fitted with a raised rack. If you don't have a raised rack, use bricks wrapped in clean cloth to raise your rack about 6 inches off the bottom. It is important that the crabs not get wet while they're being steamed.
- Make a layer of crabs on the rack, and cover them with 1/8 to 3/4 inch of crab seasoning. Bring the liquid to a boil. Once the steam starts to rise through the crabs, cover pot with lid, and steam for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the crabs are bright red. Remove the crabs with tongs or rubber gloves. (Using rubber gloves makes handling easier, preventing you from burning your hands -- and inadvertently dropping any crabs.)
MARYLAND CRAB BALLS
Make and share this Maryland Crab Balls recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Little Bee
Categories Crab
Time 18m
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put crabmeat in a bowl and gently sort through it for pieces of shell with a 2-pronged fork. Remove shell. Add all ingredients and mix gently until thoroughly blended. Form into balls. Deep fry until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 22.9, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 155.3, Carbohydrate 1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.1
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