Best 6 Healthy Crab Imperial Recipes

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Crab Imperial is a classic dish that combines the sweet flavor of crab with a variety of other ingredients to create a creamy, flavorful filling. It can be served as an appetizer or main course and is a popular choice for special occasions. With its combination of rich flavors and textures, it is sure to impress your guests. In this article, we will explore the best healthy crab imperial recipes, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your dish turns out perfectly.

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CRAB IMPERIAL II



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A tangy, rich crab dish that will be enjoyed by the family or by guest. Incorporate scallops and tiny shrimp to dress up the dish.

Provided by Al P.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound crabmeat
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dry mustard
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup fresh bread crumbs
1 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay Seasoning, salt, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, and beaten egg.. Mix thoroughly.
  • In an 8" pie dish, spread mixture and lightly coat the entire dish with bread crumbs. Then sprinkle the top with paprika. Dot the dish with the butter.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 166.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1086.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CRAB IMPERIAL



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 37m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 large green pepper, diced
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound Chesapeake Bay crabmeat
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon mustard
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Dash Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup bread crumbs
Crab boil seasoning

Steps:

  • Saute green pepper in butter until translucent, but not brown.
  • Add to crabmeat, salt and pepper. Stir in mustard, mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce. Put in buttered casserole. Top with bread crumbs, a few pats of butter, and sprinkle with crab boil seasoning. Bake for 25 minutes in a preheated 375 degree F. oven.

BEST CRAB IMPERIAL



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Got this from my mom's Crab Cookbook that looked like it was written in the 60's. There are many Crab imperial recipes but this one doesn't include mayo. Very delicious atop fish or shrimp or on sliced and toasted baguette.

Provided by Sarah L.

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb crabmeat
5 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup green pepper, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Melt butter and add flour, salt, pepper and mustard over medium heat.
  • Heat and stir until smooth and bubbly.
  • Slowly add half and half and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and add green pepper and worchestershire.
  • Fold in crabmeat and pour into 8" x 8" baking dish.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 108.2, Sodium 1113.3, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 23.3

CRAB IMPERIAL CASSEROLE



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The recipe serves eight, but plan to double it. Fresh mushrooms and lump crabmeat make it hard to turn down seconds of this rich casserole. -Barbara Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
4 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/4 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in flour, pepper and salt until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in crab and soup until blended., Drain pasta. Add crab mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cracker crumbs. , Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 806mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

LOW CARB CRAB IMPERIAL FOR TWO



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I found this recipe in a Low Carb magazine. It is perfect, since my son hates shellfish, and it makes a second serving for lunch the next day! It is so delicious!

Provided by codeblusqrl

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces crabmeat
3 ounces mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon parsley
1 tablespoon half-and-half
3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
5/8 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 beaten egg
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon melted butter
1 pinch paprika (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Combine parsley, 1/2 tsp of lemon juice, egg, 1/2 tsp Old Bay, 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 1/2 oz mayonnaise, and melted butter in a medium bowl and whip until smooth.
  • Place crabmeat in separate mixing bowl and pour mixture over top.
  • Blend all ingredients together by tossing gently to avoid breaking lumps of crabmeat.
  • Divide mixture into the individual ramekins and bake at 400 for 12-15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining 1 1/2 oz of mayonnaise, half and half, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce in mixing bowl. Whip until smooth.
  • Top each ramekin of baked crab with sauce and pinch of paprika.
  • Broil until golden brown.
  • Option: sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.6, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 99.4, Sodium 997.7, Carbohydrate 1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 22.6

HEALTHY CRAB IMPERIAL



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb Crab Meat
1/2 cup pimento, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 slices bread
2 egg whites beaten
1 cup low fat Yogurt
dash of Worchestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon cyanne pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
juice of 1/2 lemon
Paprika

Steps:

  • Combine crab meat, pimento and celery in a mixing bowl crumble the slices of bread and add. Gently add egg white, yogurt, worchestershire sauce, cyanne, mustard, salt and lemon juice. Place in sprayed casserole dish. Top with sprinkle of paprika. Bak at 400 for 15 - 20 minutes until lightly browned.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat: Fresh crab meat has a sweeter, more delicate flavor than canned or冷凍 crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat is a good substitute.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat: Crab meat is very delicate and can easily become tough if it is overcooked. Cook the crab meat just until it is heated through.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add color, flavor, and texture to crab imperial. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables, such as celery, onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Use a creamy sauce: A creamy sauce helps to bind the crab imperial together and makes it more flavorful. You can use a variety of creamy sauces, such as béchamel sauce, Alfredo sauce, or Mornay sauce.
  • Season the crab imperial to taste: Crab imperial should be seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Be careful not to overseason the crab imperial, as the crab meat is already very flavorful.
  • Serve the crab imperial immediately: Crab imperial is best served immediately after it is made. It can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.

Conclusion:

Crab imperial is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are serving it as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, crab imperial is sure to be a hit with your guests. With its delicate flavor and creamy texture, crab imperial is a dish that everyone will love.

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