PACIFIC CRAB PUFFS

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Yummy appetizers that can be made ahead, frozen and then reheated (so they're great for guests). The mustard dip is a 'must' for these puffs.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h27m

Yield 36 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups baking mix (like bisquick)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion, including tops
1/2 lb crabmeat
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce (Tabasco...I use a little more)
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine mustard dip ingredients, mix well and stick in the fridge.
  • In a bowl, combine baking mix, cheese, and onions; shred crabmeat and add to cheese mixture.
  • In another bowl, combine egg, water, Worcestershire and hot pepper sauce; stir this mixture into the crab mixture just until blended.
  • Pour oil into a 4-quart pan, or electric frying pan (I use the electric fry pan to keep the oil at a constant temp), to a depth of about 1 1/2 inches; heat to 375°.
  • Drop in a teaspoonful of the batter for each puff, cook about 4 at a time, turning as needed, until they're golden brown on all sides, about 1 1/2-2 minutes.
  • Lift out with a slotted spoon and drain; keep warm until all are cooked then serve with mustard dip.
  • If making ahead, cool the puffs, wrap and freeze; to reheat, place the frozen puffs on a baking sheet and bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.

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