Best 10 Crab Fondue Recipes

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With its delicate and succulent flavor, crab is a seafood delicacy often enjoyed as a main course. However, crab can also be a star ingredient in a variety of dishes, including fondue. The rich, creamy texture of fondue pairs perfectly with the sweet, briny flavor of crab, creating a dish that is both indulgent and delicious. Whether you're looking for a special occasion meal or a fun and easy weeknight dinner, crab fondue is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB CHEESE FONDUE



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This is a creamy, delicious fondue! It is a hit whenever I make it. Guests get so excited to get a big piece of crab and much noise is made when it slips and falls back into the pot! Someone always ends up with a spoon scraping the pot for one last taste! Serve with French bread cubes, using a fondue fork to spear bread and swirl in fondue to coat. Try dipping grapes, carrot slices, or rye bread, whatever you like. I usually serve this fondue with a light salad.

Provided by Anne

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup dry white wine
6 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 Snow Crab clusters, shelled and chopped
3 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon snipped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt cream cheese and wine together in an electric fondue pot or saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Toss Swiss cheese with cornstarch in a bowl to coat. Stir into wine mixture with crabmeat, milk, Worcestershire, and parsley until the cheese is smooth and crab is heated thoroughly, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a fondue pot if not using already, or chafing dish; keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 51.2 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 142.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CRAB CHEESE FONDUE



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"We used to host fondue parties regularly with our friends and tried to outdo each other with the most wonderful recipes. This thick and cheesy blend with its mild crab flavor was always a hit," notes field editor Mary Houchin of Swansea, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup condensed cream of mushroom or celery soup, undiluted
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, halved
Cubed French bread, cherry tomatoes, baby zucchini, cooked new potatoes and/or artichoke hearts for dipping

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine milk and soup until blended. Add cheeses; cook and stir over low heat until melted. Stir in crab and lemon juice; remove from the heat., Rub the interior of a fondue pot with the cut side of garlic; discard garlic. Pour cheese mixture into pot; keep at a gentle simmer over low heat. Serve with bread cubes, tomatoes, zucchini, potatoes and/or artichoke hearts.

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WARM CRAB FONDUE



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Delicate, sweet peekytoe crab is the star of this satisfying and flavorful dish from chef Bil Taibe of The Whelk.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup white verjus
1 cup white wine
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 fresh bay leaf
4 shallots, thinly sliced
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
12 ounces peekytoe crab, picked through for shells
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
Canola oil, for frying
3 tablespoons flour
Grits for Warm Crab Fondue, for serving
Wasabi tobiko, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Place verjus, wine, vinegar, peppercorns, thyme, bay leaf, and 2 shallots in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced and thickened, about 20 minutes. Strain into a medium saucepan; place over medium heat. Stir in butter until melted.
  • Reduce heat to low and add crab and chives; season with salt and pepper. Cook until crab is heated through.
  • Meanwhile, fill a high-sided skillet 2 inches high with oil; heat over medium-high heat until oil reaches 300 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer. Place flour in a small bowl; add remaining 2 shallots and toss to coat. Add shallots to hot oil and cook until lightly browned. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide grits evenly among small bowls. Top with crab mixture and shallots. Garnish with tobiko and serve.

CRAB AND CHEDDAR FONDUE



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That savory cheddar cheese fondue with flakes of juicy crab and just a few flakes of red pepper. Dip a cube of crusty french bread in the fondue. Mmmm... crabby cheese flakey gooey goodness..... Enjoy!

Provided by College Girl

Categories     Crab

Time 12m

Yield 1 pot of fondue, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup hard alcoholic cider (dry) or 1/4 cup beer
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 pinch sugar
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons flour
7 ounces fresh lump crabmeat, picked over
1 teaspoon caraway seed, lightly toasted
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 pinch cayenne pepper
optional shake red pepper flakes
crusty bread, in cubes for dipping

Steps:

  • in a douple boiler over simmering water, heat the cider or beer, lemon juice and sugar.
  • In a seperate bowl, toss cheasse with the flour.
  • When liquid is hot reduce heat, gradually stirl in cheese, and let i melt slowly. about 5 minutes.
  • MEeanwhile, heat crabmeat in am icrowave on medium high until warm, about 30 seconds. (this helps cheese from curdling later!).
  • Add crabmeat, caraway seed, salt, and cayenne to the melted cheese. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for color. Transfer to a warm fondue pot and serve with the bread cubes alongside.

CHEDDAR, CRAB AND WINE FONDUE



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This is from my NC Cookbook. Submitted by the Duplin Winery of Duplin County. It is a scrumptious fondue dip. The recipe calls for Duplin County wine (Scuppernong or Riesling), but your favorite white wine will do. Serve using bread cubes or veggies.

Provided by Bobtail

Categories     Crab

Time 10m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces crabmeat
20 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup white wine
1/8 teaspoon caraway seed

Steps:

  • Drain crabmeat and flake.
  • Mix cheese and flour together.
  • Heat wine until bubbles rise.
  • Over low heat add cheese mixture to the wine, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring in between each addition, till the cheese is melted.
  • Add caraway seeds and crabmeat.
  • Transfer to fondue pot.
  • Last but not least, ENJOY!

CRAB AND BRIE FONDUE



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Make and share this Crab and Brie Fondue recipe from Food.com.

Provided by San Jose Chef

Categories     Crab

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces fresh crabs or 8 ounces frozen crab, torn into shreds
1 lb brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small chunks
2 cups dry white wine
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt
white pepper
nutmeg, to taste
sourdough bread, cut into chunks to dip

Steps:

  • Mix the Brie and cornstarch together in a bowl. Bring the wine, mustard, and shallots to a boil in a sauce pan. Allow it to boil for about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium high and slowly stir in the cheese and crab. Stir for about 5 minutes, until the flavors develop and the alcohol cooks away.
  • Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • OK to prepare up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • OK to use as a sauce over broccoli, asparagus, chicken breasts, or fish. Season with either 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed Tarragon or 2-4 minced green chilies. Serve with Chardonnay.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 19.8, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 934.3, Carbohydrate 6.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 36.4

BAKED TILAPIA W/ FONDUE SAUCE AND CRAB



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Make and share this Baked Tilapia W/ Fondue Sauce and Crab recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stephanie Z.

Categories     Tilapia

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon light butter
2 tablespoons flour
salt and pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup skim milk
3/8 cup fat free sharp cheddar cheese or 3/8 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, grated
6 1/2 ounces canned crabmeat, drained
1/8 cup sherry wine
1 lb tilapia fillet, skinned and boned (or other white fish)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • For the sauce, melt the butter in a pan. Stir in the flour and nutmeg until smooth.
  • Gradually stir in the milk. Cook until smooth and thickens a little.
  • Add the cheese, and stir until melted. Add in the sherry and crab meat, mixing well to coat the crab.
  • Season tilapia with salt and pepper. Place the tilapia in an 8x8 pan.
  • Pour the fondue-crab sauce over the tilapia.
  • Sprinkle with the paprika.
  • Bake at 400 for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 205, Sodium 515.9, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 69.3

PAM'S CRAB FONDUE



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I got this from my sister in law , Pam , and OMG ... I absolutely LOVE it .. unfortunately , I can't get fresh crab in Pa.!! I don't even want to try canned crab ...I just don't think it would be the same... if anyone DOES happen to try it with canned, let me know how it works?? :)

Provided by Marlene.

Categories     Crab

Time 10m

Yield 1 bowl

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (5 ounce) jar kraft cheese spread (Old English)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/4 cup whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cleaned crab

Steps:

  • Melt both cheeses.
  • Stir in whipping cream.
  • Add W.
  • sauce and garlic powder, stirring until well blended.
  • Add a crab.
  • That's what my recipe says!
  • Add a crab!
  • *LOL*She served this with warm baguette type bread, or you could do crackers of some type.
  • MmMmm~ I have no clue how many this serves!
  • It's dip.
  • *preptime doesn't include cleaning the crab~ i've never had to clean my own crab, so i really don't know how long it takes!

QUICK CRAB FONDUE



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This recipe was given to me over 30 years ago from a man who used to make it at hunting camp. It's very fast to make, and hard to stop eating. Enjoy!-Kathy Brown of Lake Havasu City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 jar (15 ounces) process cheese sauce
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 cups lump crabmeat, drained
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cheese sauce, butter, wine or broth and garlic powder. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 18-20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Stir in crab; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until heated through. , Transfer to a small fondue pot and keep warm. Serve with bread cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CRAB FONDUE



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Blow them away with this decadent cheesy crab fondue appetizer served with hunks of French bread. It's a deceptively simple dip-ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (8 oz)
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup frozen stir-fry bell peppers and onions (from 1-lb bag)
1/2 cup dry white wine or milk
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
3 cans (6 oz each) crabmeat, drained and cartilage removed
1 loaf (14 to 16 oz) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan or chafing dish, heat all ingredients except crabmeat and bread over medium heat, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted. Stir in crabmeat. Pour into fondue pot or chafing dish to keep warm; dip will hold for 2 hours.
  • Spear bread cubes with fondue forks; dip into fondue. (If fondue becomes too thick, stir in a small amount of dry white wine or milk.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh crab, flavorful cheeses, and aromatic herbs will make all the difference in the taste of your fondue.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. Combining different types of cheeses will create a fondue with a complex flavor and texture. Try using a combination of hard, soft, and semi-soft cheeses.
  • Don't overheat the fondue. Overheating can cause the cheese to become grainy and rubbery. Keep the heat on low and stir the fondue constantly.
  • Season the fondue to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of white wine or lemon juice for a bit of extra flavor.
  • Serve the fondue with a variety of dippers. Bread, vegetables, and水果 are all great options. You can also serve the fondue with a side salad.

Conclusion:

Crab fondue is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for parties and gatherings. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and variety of dippers, it is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive dish to serve, give crab fondue a try.

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