Best 3 Micheles Crab And Shrimp Imperial Recipes

Michele's Crab and Shrimp Imperial is a delectable seafood dish that combines the succulent flavors of crab and shrimp in a creamy and flavorful imperial sauce. This classic recipe is perfect for special occasions, and it's sure to impress your guests with its elegant presentation and delicious taste. Many variations of this recipe exist, each with its own unique flavor profile. Explore this article to find the best recipe for Michele's Crab and Shrimp Imperial that suits your taste preferences and cooking style, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY SHRIMP & CRAB COCKTAIL

Spicy Shrimp & Crab Cocktail image

This seafood starter is so good that it makes me love a food I usually don't-radishes! This recipe also calls for spicy V8, but Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix works just as well. Serve the cocktail straight up, with tortilla chips or on a bed of butter lettuce. -Heidi Knaak, Liberty, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (about 9 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and chopped
8 radishes, halved and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 cups spicy hot V8 juice (about 16 ounces)
1 cup Clamato juice
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup ketchup
5 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked small shrimp
1 pound lump crabmeat, drained
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed

Steps:

Mix the first 10 ingredients. Gently fold in shrimp, crab and avocados. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours or until cold. Serve in martini glasses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

MICHELE'S CRAB AND SHRIMP IMPERIAL

Michele's Crab and Shrimp Imperial image

This is crab imperial with a shrimp paste added. It makes the texture of the dish, more like a spongy crabcake. Every time I make it, people just love it.

Provided by Michele Henry Guizzetti

Categories Shrimp Dip

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 serving cooking spray
2 pounds peeled and deveined extra large shrimp
2 extra large eggs
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
3 dashes hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
salt and pepper to taste
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat an 8x8 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Place shrimp in the work bowl of a food processor; pulse until shrimp forms a thick paste. Mix eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, hot pepper sauce, seafood seasoning, dried tarragon, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in shrimp; carefully fold in crab. Spoon into prepared baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned and heated through, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 272 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 644.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

MICHELE'S CRAB AND SHRIMP IMPERIAL

Michele's Crab and Shrimp Imperial image

This is crab imperial with a shrimp paste added. It makes the texture of the dish, more like a spongy crabcake. Every time I make it, people just love it.

Provided by Michele Henry Guizzetti

Categories Shrimp Dip

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 serving cooking spray
2 pounds peeled and deveined extra large shrimp
2 extra large eggs
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
3 dashes hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
salt and pepper to taste
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat an 8x8 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Place shrimp in the work bowl of a food processor; pulse until shrimp forms a thick paste. Mix eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, hot pepper sauce, seafood seasoning, dried tarragon, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in shrimp; carefully fold in crab. Spoon into prepared baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned and heated through, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 272 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 644.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

To make the imperial sauce, use a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt. Then, add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
Gradually whisk in the milk and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.
In a separate bowl, combine the crab meat, shrimp, celery, onion, and green pepper. Stir in the imperial sauce and mix well.
Spoon the mixture into individual ramekins or baking dishes. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Crab and shrimp imperial is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of crab, shrimp, and a creamy sauce, this dish is sure to impress your guests.