Cryin Crab Onion Pie
Dive into pure coastal comfort with this Cryin' Crab Onion Pie, a savory masterpiece that combines caramelized onions, succulent lump crab meat, and melted Gruyère cheese in a perfectly flaky pie crust. The richly golden onions, sweetened with a hint of sugar and fresh thyme, form the base of this indulgent dish, while a creamy egg custard binds the layers, seasoned with paprika and black pepper for just the right balance of flavor. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a touch of color and brightness, this pie is baked to golden perfection, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for brunch or dinner. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, this crowd-pleaser is a fusion of elegance and comfort that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Keywords: crab pie recipe, caramelized onion pie, savory seafood pie, Gruyère onion crab pie, brunch pie recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 large Yellow onions
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1.5 cups Cooked lump crab meat
- 1 9-inch Prepared pie crust
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add thinly sliced onions and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. Add the sugar and thyme leaves about halfway through to enhance the caramelization. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
Prick the bottom of the prepared pie crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Place the crust on a baking sheet for easier handling.
Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Layer with shredded Gruyère cheese, followed by the cooked crab meat.
Pour the egg and cream mixture evenly over the filling, ensuring it reaches all corners.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3073 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.3 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.3 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1264 mg | 422% | |
| Sodium | 4975 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.9 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 106.3 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2182 mg | 46% | |
*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.
