Best 3 Dungeness Crab Dijonnaise Recipes

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When it comes to seafood, few things are as delectable as the succulent and sweet meat of a dungness crab. These crabs are a delicacy found along the Pacific coast and are known for their sweet, tender meat and vibrant orange hue. A classic way to prepare dungness crab is to incorporate the flavors of a dijonnaise sauce. The result is a dish that is both rich and elegant, perfect for a special occasion or a casual meal with friends. With the right recipe, you can create a flavorful and memorable dungness crab dijonnaise that will surely impress your taste buds.

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

DUNGENESS CRAB ROLL



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayo or aioli
1/4 cup small diced red onion
2 tablespoons celery, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 pounds Dungeness crab, precooked meat
6 potato rolls, 6 to 8 inches

Steps:

  • In a bowl, blend the mayo, onions, celery, lemon juice, salt and white pepper with a whisk. Blend well. Then add the crabmeat and blend well again. After mixing, fill the rolls with 1/2 cup filling and serve.

OVEN-ROASTED DUNGENESS CRAB



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Make and share this Oven-Roasted Dungeness Crab recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carmenskitchen

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 1/2 teaspoons dry crushed red pepper
2 large dungeness crabs, cooked, cleaned, and cracked (about 4 1/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
1/2 cup blood orange juice or 1/2 cup regular orange juice
1 teaspoon finely grated blood orange peel or 1 teaspoon regular orange peel

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500°F Melt butter with oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, shallot, and dried crushed red pepper. Add crabs; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon chopped thyme and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley over crabs. Stir to combine. Place skillet in oven and roast crabs until heated through, stirring once, about 12 minutes.
  • Using tongs, transfer crabs to platter. Add orange juice and peel to same skillet; boil until sauce is reduced by about half, about 5 minutes. Spoon sauce over crabs. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon thyme and 1 tablespoon parsley and serve.

DUNGENESS CRAB DIJONNAISE



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Make and share this Dungeness Crab Dijonnaise recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb crabmeat, Dungeness
4 tablespoons butter
4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
salt and pepper, to taste
lemon juice, to taste
minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In skillet, saute crab in butter for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove crab and keep warm.
  • Add garlic, shallots and mushrooms.
  • Cook for 1 minute.
  • Deglaze pan with wine.
  • Reduce to 2 tablespoons.
  • Add cream and reduce until thick.
  • Whisk in mustard.
  • Do not boil.
  • Add salt, pepper and lemon juice.
  • Return crab to pan and toss quickly in sauce.
  • Serve over fettuccine.
  • Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.3, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 118.9, Sodium 1065.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 23.6

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest Dungeness crab you can find. Look for crabs that are heavy for their size and have bright, orange-red shells.
  • Be careful when handling the crab. Use a sharp knife to cut through the shell and remove the meat.
  • If you are using frozen crab, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
  • To make the dijonnaise sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine, lemon juice, and herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the crab with melted butter, lemon wedges, and your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Dungeness crab dijonnaise is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The crab is cooked in a flavorful dijonnaise sauce that is made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine, lemon juice, and herbs. The dish is served with melted butter, lemon wedges, and your favorite sides.

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