Quick & Irresistible Famous Crab Bombs Recipe
Crab Bombs are buttery baked seafood appetizers made with lump crab meat and Old Bay seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 cup lump crab meat picked over for shells
- ¼ cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper.
- Fold everything together gently until evenly combined.
- Add the Panko breadcrumbs and beaten egg. Mix just until incorporated to keep the crab meat chunky.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized portions and place them on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Brush each crab bomb generously with melted butter.
- Bake the Crab Bombs for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Fresh crab produces the sweetest flavor.
- You can substitute yellow mustard for Dijon.
- Homemade breadcrumbs work well but Panko gives the crispiest texture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, salad, or fries.