Best 8 Crunchy Crab Puffs Recipes

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In the culinary realm, "crunchy crab puffs" reign supreme, tantalizing taste buds with their delectable combination of textures and flavors. These bite-sized morsels are crafted with a blend of delicate crab meat, enveloped in a crispy, golden-brown shell. Whether served as appetizers at a gathering or enjoyed as a main course, crunchy crab puffs have earned their place as a cherished culinary creation. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the art of preparing these crispy delights, providing step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure your crab puffs achieve perfection.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CRAB PUFFS



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Easy crab and cream cheese filling for these cream puff pastries make a impressive appetizer for any occasion.

Provided by N Morski

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water
½ cup salted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, beaten
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced onion
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash soy sauce
1 (12 ounce) package imitation crabmeat

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine water and butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and add flour; stir to form a ball. Remove from the heat and add eggs all at once; stir until smooth.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a cookie sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffs are a nice golden brown and hollow sounding, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, mix cream cheese, sour cream, celery, onion, garlic powder, and soy sauce until smooth. Mix in crab.
  • Fill cooled puff pastries with crab mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 110.6 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 378.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CRAB PUFFS



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These decadent deep-fried puffs are filled with crabmeat and cream cheese. Dip them in your favorite Asian-style sauce and loosen your belt buckle!

Provided by TISHNERIC

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 quart oil for deep frying
1 pound cooked crabmeat
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 (16 ounce) packages small won ton wrappers

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together cooked crabmeat, cream cheese and garlic salt.
  • Roll a small amount of the crabmeat mixture inside each won ton wrapper and seal.
  • In small batches, carefully place won tons into the hot oil. Fry 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 695.5 mg

CRUNCHY CRAB PUFFS



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Easy, crunchy, very good! Can use 1-2 stalks of chopped celery in place of water chestnuts but I think that makes these rather ordinary.

Provided by SB61287

Categories     Crab

Time 10m

Yield 30 puffs

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can crabmeat, drained
8 ounces swiss cheese, grated
0.5 (7 ounce) can water chestnuts, chopped
1 small onion, grated
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 -1 1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. Divide each biscuit into thirds. Place on a baking sheet. Blend remaining ingredients & spoon onto each biscuit section. Bake 10 minutes or until puffy & browned.

CRAB PUFFS



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If you're looking for a scrumptious way to get a party started, bring out a tray of these cheesy crab puffs. They bake up golden brown and taste wonderful right out of the oven. Try serving them with soup instead of bread or crackers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup plus 1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, mustard, salt, cumin and hot pepper sauce to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes., Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until smooth and shiny. Stir in the cheese and crab., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 23-26 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CRAB PUFFS APPETIZERS



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you can prepare these ahead and freeze just remove from freezer without defrosting and bake until crisp, great to have handy in your freezer for unexpected guests

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 1/2 ounce) can crabmeat
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt or 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup flour
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • in a medium bowl combine crab, cheese, onions, Worcestershire sauce and dry mustard; mix well.
  • In a large saucepan combine butter and salt; bring to a boil then remove from heat, and add flour, beating until mixture forms a ball.
  • Add in eggs one at a time, beating after each.
  • Blend in crab mixture, mix well.
  • Drop by small teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet (at this point, puffs can be frozen on baking sheet).
  • Bake 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F, and bake for 10 minutes more.
  • Note: unbaked puffs can be frozen on a baking sheet, and transfered to plastic freezer bags; bake WITHOUT defrosting at 375 until crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 72.3, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.8

CRAB-STUFFED MINI PUFFS



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These tender puffs from our home economists feature a fast mouthwatering seafood spread. Because of their smaller size, the savory bites are an ideal addition to brunch buffets, spring luncheons or parties.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
CRAB FILLING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat, shredded

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat until smooth and shiny., Drop by tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Immediately split puffs open; remove and discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs completely., For filling, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, salt, dill, lemon juice and pepper in a bowl. Fold in the crab. Fill bottom halves of puffs; replace tops. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 554mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRAB PUFFS



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Fried capers and parsley cut through the richness of these mini crab puffs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ounces (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup minced shallot (from 2 shallots)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
4 ounces lump crabmeat
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated (1/3 cup)
1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley plus 1/4 cup whole leaves, for garnish
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 tablespoons large brine-packed capers, rinsed and dried, for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add flour, and cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute. Add milk in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and cook, whisking often, until mixture has thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add crabmeat, Parmesan, minced parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of cayenne. Remove from heat, and stir until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Spread mixture on a rimmed baking sheet, and let cool completely. (Cooled mixture can be covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day.)
  • Set a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet. Whisk eggs in a shallow dish. Place breadcrumbs in another shallow dish. Shape cooled crabmeat mixture into 1-inch balls. Working with 1 ball at a time, coat in beaten egg, then in breadcrumbs. Transfer to rack. Repeat with remaining balls. Let stand, uncovered, at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Heat 4 inches of oil in a large, heavy pot until it reaches 375 degrees. Working in batches, fry crab balls, turning once, until golden brown, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. (Adjust heat as necessary to keep oil at a steady temperature.) Using a wire-mesh skimmer, transfer crab puffs to paper towels to drain, and immediately season with salt.
  • Reduce heat until oil reaches 350 degrees. Fry capers for 1 minute, and using a wire-mesh skimmer, transfer to paper towels to drain. Fry parsley leaves for 1 minute, and using a wire-mesh skimmer, transfer to paper towels to drain. (The capers and parsley may cause the hot oil to spatter when added to the pot.) Sprinkle puffs with capers and parsley. Serve warm.

CURRY BEEF PUFFS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, large yellow onion, garlic, lean ground beef, McCormick® Curry Powder, Mccormick® ground cumin, sugar, McCormick® black pepper, kosher salt, beef broth, cornstarch, frozen puff pastry, large egg, water, fresh cilantro

Provided by Tracy Raetz

Categories     Lunch

Yield 12 puffs

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons McCormick® Curry Powder
½ teaspoon Mccormick® ground cumin
¼ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon McCormick® black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
⅔ cup beef broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 sheets frozen puff pastry
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
12 sprigs fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent and starting to caramelize.
  • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until the beef is cooked through and browned, about 4-6 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  • Add the McCormick® Curry Powder, cumin, sugar, pepper, and salt. Stir until well combined, about 2 minutes more.
  • Pour the beef broth into a liquid measuring cup and stir in the cornstarch until dissolved, then pour into the skillet with the beef. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid has thickened and no longer pools, 3-5 minutes. Transfer the beef mixture to a bowl and let cool completely.
  • While the meat is cooling, remove the puff pastry from the freezer and let sit at room temperature for 25-35 minutes, until thawed but still firm. Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each into 6 roughly 5-inch squares.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Spoon 2½-3 tablespoons of the beef filling onto the center of each pastry square. Fold diagonally to form triangles, pressing the edges together and being careful to keep the filling from touching the edges of the pastry. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
  • Chill the curry puffs on the baking sheets in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to firm up the pastry.
  • Arrange a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
  • Remove one tray of puffs from the refrigerator and use a pastry brush to brush the egg wash over the puffs. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and repeat with the remaining puffs.
  • Let the puffs rest for 10 minutes, then top each with a sprig of cilantro before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it thoroughly before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the puffs tough.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the puffs. If you overcrowd the pan, the puffs will not cook evenly.
  • Serve the puffs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crab puffs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple batter of flour, eggs, milk, and seasonings, and then filled with a creamy crab mixture. The puffs are then fried until golden brown and served with a dipping sauce. Crab puffs are a great way to use up leftover crab meat, and they are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

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