Crabby Mushrooms
Delight your taste buds with 'Crabby Mushrooms,' a decadent appetizer that combines the earthy goodness of white mushrooms with the rich, buttery flavor of lump crab meat. These crave-worthy bites are stuffed with a creamy filling made from softened cream cheese, Parmesan, and aromatics like garlic and green onions, then topped with breadcrumbs for a delightfully crispy finish. Perfectly seasoned with paprika, salt, and black pepper, these baked mushrooms come together in just 40 minutes and are guaranteed to impress at any gathering. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish strikes the perfect balance between elegance and comfort, making it a hit for parties or a stand-out starter for a seafood-inspired dinner. If you're looking for the ultimate stuffed mushroom recipe with crab, this one will elevate your appetizer game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 pieces large white mushrooms
- 8 ounces lump crab meat
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Carefully remove the stems and set the mushroom caps aside. Finely chop the stems.
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and minced garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed mushroom stems, crab meat, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Stuff each mushroom cap with the crab filling, packing it generously and mounding it slightly over the top of the mushroom.
Lightly sprinkle breadcrumbs over the stuffed mushrooms for a crispy topping.
Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the mushrooms are tender.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 266 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 2596 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 69.0 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 546 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1961 mg | 42% | |
*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.
