Vegetarian Steamed Crab with Old Bay Seasoning
Satisfy your seafood cravings with a plant-based twist in this flavorful Vegetarian Steamed Crab with Old Bay Seasoning. This creative recipe uses hearts of palm and artichoke hearts to mimic the tender, flaky texture of crab, while a touch of crumbled nori adds a subtle ocean-like essence. Seasoned generously with classic Old Bay and steamed to perfection, this dish captures the iconic flavors of steamed crab in a completely vegetarian form. Pair it with a luxurious lemon-butter dipping sauce for an extra burst of zest and richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or a unique party appetizer. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve immediately for the ultimate meat-free indulgence. Perfect for seafood lovers and vegetarians alike, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz (1 can, drained) Hearts of palm
- 14 oz (1 can, drained) Artichoke hearts
- 2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 sheet (crumbled) Nori sheets
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 Fresh lemon
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Drain the hearts of palm and artichoke hearts, and gently pat them dry using a paper towel.
Shred the hearts of palm into thin strips by hand or with a fork to mimic crabmeat texture. Roughly chop the artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded hearts of palm, chopped artichoke hearts, crumbled nori sheet, 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix to coat the vegetables in the seasoning.
Prepare a steamer by adding 1 cup of water to the bottom, then bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Line the steamer basket with a piece of parchment paper to prevent sticking, and transfer the seasoned hearts of palm and artichoke mixture into the basket. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning evenly over the mixture.
Steam the mixture for 15–20 minutes, or until heated through and fragrant.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Squeeze in the juice of one fresh lemon and whisk to combine. This will serve as your dipping sauce.
Carefully remove the steamed vegetarian crab mixture from the steamer and transfer it to a serving dish.
Drizzle with the melted butter and lemon mixture, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3375 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 538 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.
