Best 8 Curried Crab Spread Recipes

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Creating a delectable and flavorful curried crab spread can be an exciting culinary adventure. This delightful spread combines the delicate sweetness of crab meat with a blend of aromatic spices and creamy condiments. Whether served as a dip with crackers, as a sandwich spread, or as a topping for crostini, curried crab spread is a versatile dish that offers a unique and satisfying dining experience. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aroma, this dish is sure to impress your guests and create a memorable meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CURRIED CRAB SPREAD



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At holiday time, I always have cream cheese and crabmeat on hand. In case of drop-ins, I just mix up an easy spread by adding mango chutney and spices. -Jennifer Phillips, Goffstown, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce, optional
1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup mango chutney
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or chives
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, lemon zest, curry powder, salt and, if desired, chili sauce; gently fold in crab. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer bread crumbs to a shallow bowl., Unwrap disk and press all sides into bread crumbs; place on a serving plate. Spoon chutney over top; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRAB SPREAD I



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An easy, but filling appetizer for your next party. Serve with small serving knife over assorted crackers.

Provided by L. Gerken

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
1 (12 ounce) jar cocktail sauce
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese on large plate. Cover with crabmeat, squeeze juice of one lemon over the crabmeat. Pour cocktail sauce over top of the entire concoction.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1324.6 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CURRIED CRAB DIP



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With curry powder and currants, this isn't your run-of-the-mill crab and cheese dip. Serve hot or warm with water crackers, Melba toast, etc.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Crab

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
½ cup dried currants
½ cup boiling water, or as needed
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup coconut milk
⅓ cup minced green onions
⅓ cup minced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish with nonstick spray.
  • Place currants in a bowl. Add boiling water until just barely covered. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Drain currants, and reserve the liquid.
  • Combine cream cheese, coconut milk, green onions, bell pepper, curry powder, and mayonnaise; beat until smooth and creamy. Mix in crabmeat, currants, and reserved liquid. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 75.6 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 252.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CURRIED CRAB



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 12h17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound jumbo lump crab meat, cleaned
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup scallion, finely chop
1/4 cup red pepper, finely dice
1/2 cup jicama, brunoised
2 tablespoons curry oil, recipe follows
2 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/2 cup creme fraiche
Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 cup canola oil
1/4 cup curry powder

Steps:

  • In bowl put crabmeat, onions, scallions, pepper and jicama. Toss to combine. In another bowl, whisk together curry oil, mayonnaise, and creme fraiche. Add curry mixture to crab mixture, season with salt and black pepper.;
  • In skillet heat oil and curry powder slowly, stirring constantly until curry is fragrant with burning. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. Let curry settle overnight then pour off oil. Store in refrigerator.
  • Yield: about 1 cup

CURRIED CRAB ASPARAGUS CHEESY TOFU DIP



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You just can't stop eating this! Think of it as crab-artichoke dip, but with asparagus in place. The asparagus adds texture and color where artichokes get mushy and lost in the dip. I could eat the entire recipe as a meal. It may not make much, but it's worth it! Leftovers can be reheated the same way. RSC4

Provided by nomnom

Categories     Spreads

Time 55m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 large onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, divided (1 clove diced)
1/2 teaspoon curry powder, divided
6 asparagus spears, raw,diced
6 ounces tofu
1/2 lb imitation crabmeat (1/2 shredded, 1/2 chopped)
1/4 cup shredded fat free mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese (optional)
toasted breadcrumb (optional)

Steps:

  • Saute onion and diced garlic.
  • When colored, add 1/8 tsp curry powder.
  • Saute to incorporate.
  • Add asparagus, crab meat, and 1/8 tsp more curry.
  • Saute to mix.
  • Dump into a mixing bowl and let cool a bit.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350*F.
  • Blend tofu and 1/4 tsp curry until creamy and mixed.
  • Add to veggie mixture and mix.
  • Add mozzarella cheese and mix.
  • Spread evenly in a small baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with cayenne, parm (if using), and breadcrumbs (if using).
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Serve with pita chips, veggies, or as a bread spread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.2, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 25.2, Sodium 1074.5, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 25.4

CURRIED CRAB DIP



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 sweet onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons Madras curry powder
3 tablespoons mango chutney (preferably Major Gray), chopped
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Mixed sweet potato, vegetable and pita chips, for serving

Steps:

  • 1.In a deep, medium skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and ginger and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes. Add the curry powder and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the chutney, cream cheese, mayonnaise and lime juice and cook, stirring, until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Stir in the scallions, cilantro and crab, breaking up the crab slightly with the spoon. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the dip is heated through, about 1 minute. Transfer to a shallow bowl and serve with chips. Make Ahead The curried crab dip can be refrigerated overnight. Reheat gently before serving.

CURRIED CRAB DIP



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Make and share this Curried Crab Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Spreads

Time 12h

Yield 2 cups, approximately, 26-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces plain nonfat yogurt
8 ounces cooked backfin crab meat
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 -2 tablespoon mango chutney
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground red pepper
green onion, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Line a large strainer with a double thickness of cheesecloth and place it over a medium bowl.
  • Spoon the yogurt into the strainer.
  • Cover and drain in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Discard any liquid in the bowl.
  • In a separate bowl combine drained yogurt, crabmeat, green onion, chutney, curry powder, salt, and red pepper.
  • Cover and chill till serving time or up to 4 hours.
  • Place crab dip in a serving bowl.
  • Garnish with additional green onion, if desired.
  • Serve with carrots, cucumber, or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.9, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 8.4, Sodium 67, Carbohydrate 1.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 3

CRAB SPREAD



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My family has fond memories of traveling to my parents' house for Christmas dinner. After a 12-hour drive, we'd be welcomed in the door with this special seafood spread. -Barbara Biddle, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
Paprika
Assorted crackers or vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. To serve chilled, cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with paprika., To serve warm, spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until heated through. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. You can find crab meat in the seafood section of most grocery stores.
  • If you're using canned crab meat, be sure to drain it well and flake it before using.
  • Use a good quality curry powder. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the spread.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of curry powder to your taste. If you like a milder flavor, use less curry powder. If you like a spicier flavor, use more.
  • Serve the curried crab spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables. It's also a great addition to sandwiches and wraps.

Conclusion:

Curried crab spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's perfect for parties or potlucks, and it's also a great way to use up leftover crab meat. With its creamy texture and flavorful curry spices, this spread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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