Maryland Crab Imperial
Indulge in the rich, coastal flavors of Maryland with this classic Crab Imperial recipe, a true celebration of fresh lump crab meat elevated with creamy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, and a signature hint of Old Bay seasoning. This luxurious seafood dish is topped with golden panko breadcrumbs and a drizzle of butter for a perfect, crispy finish. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, it’s an impressive choice for an appetizer or main course, whether served in a casserole dish or elegant individual ramekins. Garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, Maryland Crab Imperial pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or tender steamed vegetables for a dinner party or a special night in. Keywords: Maryland Crab Imperial, lump crab meat, seafood recipe, easy appetizer, baked crab dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Lump crab meat
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a small casserole dish or individual ramekins lightly with butter or oil.
Carefully pick through the lump crab meat to remove any shell fragments, being careful not to break up the chunks. Set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Gently fold the lump crab meat into the mayonnaise mixture, being careful not to break apart the delicate crab pieces.
Spoon the crab mixture into the prepared casserole dish or divide evenly among individual ramekins for single servings.
Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the crab mixture. Drizzle the melted butter over the breadcrumbs to ensure they brown evenly while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the Crab Imperial is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If desired, garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or main dish, paired with a fresh side salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.6 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 1816 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 146 mg | 3% | |
*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.
