Best 3 Crab Strudel Recipes

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Crab strudel is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is made with a light and flaky pastry dough that is filled with a mixture of crab meat, cream cheese, and vegetables. The strudel is then baked until golden brown and served with a dipping sauce. If you are looking for a unique and flavorful recipe for your next party or gathering, crab strudel is a great option.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB STRUDEL



Crab Strudel image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, divided
3 scallions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 pound lump crabmeat, drained and picked to remove shells
2 teaspoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 lime, juiced
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 sheets phyllo dough (such as Pepperidge Farm)
1/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saute pan, add the scallions and garlic and cook over medium-low heat until the scallions are soft, approximately 5 minutes. Add the curry powder and stir.
  • Shred the crabmeat into a bowl and mix with the parsley, lime juice, salt, to taste, and pepper. Add the crabmeat to the scallion mixture.
  • Melt 10 tablespoons of butter in a small pan and set aside.
  • Unfold 1 sheet of the phyllo dough. Brush the sheet with melted butter and sprinkle with bread crumbs. Repeat the process by laying a second sheet of phyllo dough over the first sheet, brush it with melted butter and sprinkle with bread crumbs until 5 sheets have been used. Spoon a 1-inch wide row of the crab mixture along 1 edge of the phyllo dough. Roll it up. Brush the top with butter and set aside. Repeat the entire process using the all the phyllo dough and crab filling.
  • Cover a sheet pan with parchment paper. Score the crab strudel diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces and bake for 12 minutes, or until the top is lightly brown. Slice and serve.

CRAB 'N' BRIE STRUDEL SLICES



Crab 'n' Brie Strudel Slices image

Mouthwatering brie, succulent crab and a hint of pear make this delicate pastry a favorite.-Jennifer Pfaff, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound fresh crabmeat
6 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled ripe pears
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Dash pepper
14 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)
3/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; set aside. , Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; brush with butter. Repeat with 6 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each layer with butter. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.) , Spread half of crab filling to within 1 in. of edges. Fold the two short sides over filling. Starting with the long side, roll up jelly-roll style. , Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush top with butter; score top lightly at 1-in. intervals. Repeat with remaining phyllo, butter and filling. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut into slices along scored lines.

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CRAB STRUDEL



CRAB STRUDEL image

Categories     Cheese     Shellfish     Appetizer     Bake

Yield makes 30-40 slices, great appetizer!

Number Of Ingredients 13

1c. chopped green onions
1c. butter
2c. dry vermouth
1 lb. crabmeat
8oz. cream cheese, cubed
1/4c. smipped pasley
8 egg yolks
1t. salt
1/2t. pepper
1 package frozen fillo strudel leaves,thawed
melted butter
1 beaten egg
parsley sprig and lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 Cook and stir onion in 1c butter in 12 in. skillet until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add vermouth heat to boiling, until liquid is reduced by 1/2, remove from heat. Add cream cheese, mix, add crab, snipped parsley, egg yolks, salt and pepper, cool. Place 1 fillo sheet on kitchen towel brush with butter. Repeat using 3 more sheets. Mound 1/4 of crab mixture lengthwise on sheet, lift towel to roll sheet over crab mixture. Roll to a 2" diameter cylinder. Place strudel on buttered jelly roll pan. Repeat, using all mixture. Brush tops of strudel with melted butter and beaten egg. Tuck ends under strudel. Bake 15 minutes. Increase oven to 450 and bake until strudels are brown and crisp, 5-8 minutes. Cut each strudel crosswise into 12 slices, about 1" wide. Garnish with parsley sprig and lemon wedge.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh lump crab meat. Fresh crab meat will give your strudel the best flavor. If you can't find fresh crab meat, you can use frozen crab meat that has been thawed and drained.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. The vegetables in the strudel will add flavor and texture. You can use any vegetables you like, but some good options include onions, celery, carrots, mushrooms, and spinach.
  • Season the filling well. The filling should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. This will help to bring out the flavor of the crab and vegetables.
  • Use a good quality phyllo dough. The phyllo dough is what will hold the strudel together. Make sure to use a good quality dough that is not too dry or brittle.
  • Brush the strudel with butter before baking. This will help to keep the phyllo dough from drying out and will also give the strudel a golden brown color.

Conclusion:

Crab strudel is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a little creativity, you can create a crab strudel that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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