Best 3 Crab Bruschetta Recipes

Crab bruschetta is a delightful appetizer or light meal that combines the delicate flavor of crab with the crispy texture of toasted bread. This dish is perfect for any occasion and can be customized to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can create a tasty and memorable dish that will impress your guests. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a more creative variation, there is sure to be a crab bruschetta recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB BRUSCHETTA

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"Usually, I use only vegetables on my bruschetta, but I wondered how crab would taste. My family loves crab cakes, and now we love this appetizer, too," Mary Cokenour jots from Monticello, Utah.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 cup chopped seeded plum tomatoes
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
8 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute shallots 2 tablespoons oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the crab, tomatoes, basil and oregano; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes or until heated through. Remove from the heat., Brush both sides of each slice of bread with remaining oil. In another large skillet, toast bread for 1-2 minutes on each side. Cut each slice in half; top with crab mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

JOHN SIERP'S CRAB BRUSCHETTA

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This crab bruschetta recipe is courtesy of John Sierp.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes

Yield Makes about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

7 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons John Sierp's Garlic Oil
1 bunch fresh parsley leaves, chopped
10 fresh basil leaves, julienned
Sea salt
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 loaf Italian bread, sliced diagonally 1/4-inch thick
1/2 pound jumbo lump crab meat, picked over
Old Bay seasoning, for garnish

Steps:

In a medium bowl, stir together tomatoes, onion, garlic oil, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lay bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet; brush with olive oil. Bake until golden brown.
Spoon 1 tablespoon of tomato mixture onto bread; top with a piece of crab. Repeat with remaining bread slices. Season with Old Bay; serve immediately.

SPICY SHRIMP AND CRAB BRUSCHETTA RECIPE

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Provided by zeenieme

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup bottled clam juice
6 oz uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 T fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
4 oz crabmeat, drained
1/2 baguette, cut diagonally into 1/3 inch thick slices
3 T (about) olive oil

Steps:

Bring clam juice to boil in medium sauce pan. Add shrimp; reduce heat to medium, cover and cook just until shrimp are opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to cutting board; cool. Coarsely chop shrimp. Mix sliced green onions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, paprika and cayenne in medium bowl. Mix in shrimp and crabmeat. Season with salt and pepper. Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. (Cover and chill) Prepare oven to 375 degrees. Brush both sides of baguette slices lightly with oil; arrange in single layer on baking sheet. Bake until bread is golden about 10 minutes. Cool. Mound shrimp mixture atop bread. Place on platter and serve.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh crabmeat, ripe tomatoes, and crusty bread will make all the difference in the flavor of your bruschetta.
Don't overcook the crabmeat. Crabmeat is delicate and can easily become tough if it's overcooked. Just cook it until it's heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Use a variety of toppings. In addition to crabmeat and tomatoes, you can also add other toppings to your bruschetta, such as avocado, cucumber, red onion, or bell pepper.
Be creative with your presentation. Bruschetta is a versatile dish that can be served in many different ways. Get creative with your presentation and make it your own.

Conclusion:

Crab bruschetta is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal party. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients and beautiful presentation, crab bruschetta is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give crab bruschetta a try. You won't be disappointed.