Description
Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs are the ultimate seafood snack that combines succulent shrimp and lump crab meat with aromatic garlic for a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, these savory bites are quick to prepare and will impress your guests at parties, game days, or family dinners. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a delicious appetizer that is both customizable and crowd-pleasing. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces or on a platter for an unforgettable seafood experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat (well-drained)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unit egg (beaten)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a food processor, pulse the peeled shrimp until coarsely chopped, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Fold in lump crab meat, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges and your choice of dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg