Description
Crab Crunchies: A Crispy, Savory Delight is the ideal appetizer for seafood enthusiasts. These golden, crispy bites are filled with a creamy crab mixture enhanced by tangy Dijon mustard and zesty lemon juice. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, their satisfying crunch makes them an irresistible treat that everyone will love. Whether served as finger food at parties or enjoyed with your favorite dipping sauces, these savory crab balls promise to delight your taste buds. Plus, they’re quick and easy to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (beaten)
- Green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, blend crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls or patties.
- Dip each ball into the beaten egg and roll in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the balls for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab crunchy (30g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg