King Crab Au Gratin
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of King Crab Au Gratin, a decadent seafood casserole that combines tender chunks of king crab meat with a creamy, cheesy béchamel sauce. This oven-baked dish is elevated by the rich nuttiness of Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, complemented by a golden, crunchy panko breadcrumb topping. Perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to an elegant meal, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes and serves four. Seasoned with garlic, paprika, and freshly chopped parsley, this gratin is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether served as a main course or an indulgent side dish, King Crab Au Gratin is the ultimate comfort food for seafood lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g King crab meat
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 1 cups Gruyère cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Whisk in the flour, stirring constantly to create a smooth roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes, or until it begins to thicken.
Stir in the Gruyère cheese and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Remove the sauce from heat.
Gently fold the king crab meat into the cheese sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated but not broken apart.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the dish, followed by a light dusting of paprika for color.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.0 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 666 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 9295 mg | 404% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 158.6 g | 317% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 2384 mg | 183% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1984 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.
