Rellenos Jaibas
Dive into coastal culinary bliss with Rellenos Jaibas, a mouthwatering dish that showcases the delicate flavor of tender blue crab meat stuffed inside freshly cleaned crab shells. Perfectly seasoned with a melody of onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, this luxurious seafood recipe is elevated with creamy breadcrumbs, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a touch of cayenne and paprika for a subtle kick. Baked to golden perfection, these stuffed crab shells are an elegant yet approachable appetizer or main course, perfect for impressing at dinner parties or indulging in a special meal at home. Serve them warm with a squeeze of fresh lemon or your favorite dipping sauce for a flavor-packed experience straight from the coast. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, Rellenos Jaibas is the ultimate celebration of seafood.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb blue crab meat
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 1 small, finely chopped bell pepper
- 2 stalks, finely chopped celery
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp, chopped parsley
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 cleaned crab shells
Instructions
Clean the crab shells thoroughly and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the crab meat, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk, stirring to create a paste-like mixture. Add this to the skillet with the crab mixture and stir well to combine. Remove the skillet from heat.
Mix in the chopped parsley, egg (beaten), and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until the filling is evenly combined.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Stuff each cleaned crab shell with the crab mixture, pressing gently to ensure it is compact.
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the stuffed shells.
Place the stuffed shells on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and lightly crisped.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve the Rellenos Jaibas warm with a side of fresh lemon wedges or your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 905 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 515 mg | 11% | |
*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.
