Puffing Crab
Indulge in the ultimate savory appetizer with this show-stopping Puffing Crab recipe! Featuring flaky, golden puff pastry enveloping a rich and creamy filling of lump crab meat, cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of cayenne spice, these perfectly portioned pastries are a seafood lover’s dream. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of hands-on time, these crispy delights are ideal for entertaining or as an indulgent snack. The egg wash ensures a glossy finish, while a sprinkle of parsley adds the perfect garnish. Serve these warm for a luxurious bite that’s sure to impress! Perfect for seafood recipes, easy entertaining ideas, or puff pastry appetizers, the Puffing Crab is your go-to for elegance and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, yielding 8 squares in total.
In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a creamy filling forms.
Place approximately 2 tablespoons of the crab mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
Fold each square diagonally into a triangle, enclosing the filling. Use a fork to seal the edges by pressing down firmly along the seams.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush this mixture over the tops of the puff pastries to give them a golden, glossy finish while baking.
Transfer the pastries onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 1 inch of space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the puff pastries are golden brown and flaky.
Remove from the oven and let the Puffing Crabs cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this indulgent treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.9 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 489 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 3049 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 62.7 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1218 mg | 26% | |
*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.
