Crab Casserole Chinese Buffet
Indulge in the creamy, savory flavors of this Crab Casserole Chinese Buffet-style recipe, a dish inspired by the irresistible offerings at your favorite Asian buffets. Loaded with tender chunks of imitation or real crab meat, this casserole boasts a luscious blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, garlic powder, and a hint of sweetness. A melty layer of mozzarella cheese and a golden, buttery panko breadcrumb topping add irresistible texture, creating a dish that’s both decadent and comforting. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for family dinners or as a standout dish for potlucks. Serve it warm with steamed rice, crunchy crackers, or your favorite sides for a seafood casserole experience that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Imitation crab meat (or real crab meat)
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set it aside.
If using imitation crab meat, break it into smaller chunks. If using real crab meat, ensure it is picked over to remove any shell pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and soy sauce. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the sugar, garlic powder, and half of the sliced green onions.
Add the crab meat and 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella into the mixture. Gently fold until evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and melted butter. Stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs over the crab mixture, followed by the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with the remaining sliced green onions before serving.
Serve warm with steamed rice, crackers, or your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 261.1 g | 335% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.8 g | 569% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 649 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 3377 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 81.2 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2040 mg | 157% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 398 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
