Best Marilyns Crab Bites Recipes
CRAB BITES
Another crab recipe from the Pacific NW, these are always a hit at parties. You can freeze them for instant appetizers when you have unexpected company. From busycooks.about.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Crab
Time 30m
Yield 96 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Soften butter and cheese spread at room temperature.
- Mix together well in mixer with seasonings.
- Fold in crab meat and spread on English muffin halves.
- Cut with a sharp knife into four sections and freeze (they cut easier if they're slightly frozen first).
- Flash freeze individually on a cookie sheet until frozen.
- Package in freezer bags and store in the freezer.
- Preheat oven to 400ºF degrees.
- Heat in oven 10 to 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.7, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 7.1, Sodium 84.5, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 1.5
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
MARYLAND CRAB CAKES
This classic appetizer recipe featuring fresh crabmeat makes an elegant start to any meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chopped green onions and bell pepper in oil 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. In large bowl, stir together onion mixture, bread crumbs, egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Gently fold in crabmeat.
- Line cookie sheet with foil. Using 1/3-cup measuring cup, shape crab mixture into 14 (2 1/2-inch) cakes. Place on cookie sheet. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour but no longer than 8 hours.
- In large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook crab cakes in batches in butter 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Crab Cake, Sodium 400 mg
CRAB CAKE BITES
These appetizer bites are a mini way to enjoy crab cakes for your next gathering. Crab, fresh chives and spices are folded into bread crumbs, shaped and baked for the perfect bite. Serve with lemon-garlic sauce for dipping.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- In medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, the egg, chives, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Fold in crabmeat and bread crumbs until well blended (mixture will be moist). Using measuring tablespoon, shape mixture into 36 (1 1/2-inch) balls. Place on cookie sheet.
- Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned and hot in center. Cool 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together Lemon-Garlic Sauce ingredients until blended. Serve bites with sauce and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
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