New England Crabby Melts
Bring the taste of the coast to your kitchen with these irresistible New England Crabby Melts, a quick and comforting seafood delight perfect for any occasion. Featuring fresh, succulent crab meat combined with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, sharp cheddar cheese, and a dash of Old Bay seasoning, this recipe is a true celebration of bold, savory flavors. Served atop buttery, toasted English muffins and broiled to golden perfection, these melts are both easy to prepare and undeniably satisfying. Garnish with a hint of paprika for a pop of color, and serve warm alongside a crisp green salad or a steaming bowl of soup. Ready in just 20 minutes, these crabby melts are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for brunch, lunch, or a casual dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh crab meat
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces English muffins, split in half
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to broil and position a rack about 6 inches below the heating element.
In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and scallions. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
Lightly butter the cut sides of the English muffin halves.
Place the buttered English muffins on a baking sheet, cut side up.
Spoon an even amount of the crab mixture onto each English muffin half, spreading it to cover the surface.
If desired, sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the top of each to add color and extra flavor.
Broil the melts in the oven for about 3-5 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and lightly browned. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove the melts from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm, paired with a simple green salad or alongside a hot bowl of soup. Enjoy your New England Crabby Melts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.9 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.8 g | 159% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4384 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.0 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 860 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*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.
