Stuffed crab shells are a classic seafood dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are relatively easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer a simple crab stuffing or one that is loaded with vegetables and spices, there is a recipe out there for everyone. Once you have mastered the basic technique, you can get creative and experiment with different flavors and ingredients.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CRAB AND SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS
These shells stuffed with a creamy seafood mixture will delight your guests.
Provided by JIMBRADEN1970
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the pasta shells, and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. well in a colander set in the sink, then rinse with cold water until the pasta is cold. Drain thoroughly.
- While the pasta is cooking, stir the crabmeat, shrimp, celery, onion, and creamy salad dressing in a mixing bowl. Stir in the shredded Swiss cheese.
- Stuff each shell with some of the seafood mixture, and place into a serving dish. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 91.7 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 501.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
CRAB STUFFED SHELLS
This is a great recipe for seafood lovers. If two cups of crab meat is over your budget you can use 1 c. of crab and 1 cup of shredded sealegs... but why not splurge!! =)
Provided by Aroostook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375ºF.
- Cook pasta shells according to the package directions.
- Drain and rinse with cool water.
- Sauce: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in the tomatoes, red pepper, and oregano and lower heat to medium-low.
- Cover the pan and simmer the mixture 15 min.
- Stir in the salt.
- Combine crab, ricotta cheese, egg, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, parsley, and black pepper.
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- Stuff each pasta shell with some of the ricotta mixture.
- Lay the stuffed shells in a baking dish Add tomato sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
- Bake 20 min or so until sauce is bubbly.
CRAB-STUFFED SHELLS WITH PEAS AND LEEKS
These shellsare sophisticated enough for any occasion. ServeParmesan cheese on the side.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add leeks, and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add peas; cook until bright green, about 3 minutes more. Transfer mixture to a bowl, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the crab-meat; cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
- Melt remaining 6 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. When bubbling, add flour. Cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. While whisking, slowly pour in milk. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until mixture bubbles and thickens. Remove from heat; stir in cream and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and pasta shells; cook 2 to 3 minutes less than package instructions. Drain.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, and oil; set aside. Stir 1 cup cream sauce into reserved crab mixture. Pour another cup cream sauce into the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Fill each pasta shell with a heaping tablespoon of crab mixture; arrange in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over shells, and sprinkle with remaining breadcrumb mixture. Transfer to oven; bake until mixture is bubbling and the top is golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
CRAB STUFFED SHELLS
This was something my mom didn't use a recipe for. Mom hated to cook. This one thou she would get a gleeful sparkle in her eyes. Real good with fresh crab but mom would just use canned crab meat .. Usually one of just crab meat one of lump crab. We all enjoyed these and looked forward to dad's business dinners at home as mom was...
Provided by mary hendricks
Categories Seafood
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Drain crab meat
- 2. Mix breadcrumbs seasoning and beaten egg in a bowl
- 3. What oil in skillet add diced onion green peppers and garlic and cook until tender Add to bread crumb mix along with chopped boiled egg and mix Good crab meat in
- 4. Place in shell or Ramekin dish sprinkle with a bit of bread crumbs. 400°preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned and stuffing is sizzling. Garnish with lemon wedge
CRAB-STUFFED AVOCADO HALF-SHELLS
Make and share this Crab-Stuffed Avocado Half-Shells recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lorrie in Montreal
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare the sauce by mixing the mayonnaise, celery, chives, Tabasco sauce, salt and pepper.
- Reserve.
- Cut avocados in half lengthwise.
- Separate the halves by gently turning them in opposite directions, and then remove the pits.
- Using a spoon, remove the avocado meat and dice. Immediately sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Leave the shells intact.
- Remove the crabmeat from the shells and chop coarsely.
- Gently mix avocado and crabmeat, and then fold in sauce.
- Adjust seasoning as need be.
- Stuff avocado half-shells with mixture and decorate each with a sprig of dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.7, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 79.9, Sodium 1662.6, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 7, Sugar 3, Protein 33.9
STUFFED CRAB SHELLS
Steps:
- Combine water, olive oil and salt in large stockpot over medium high heat. Add giant pasta shells carefully, after water has come to rolling boil. Cook approximately 12 minutes, (al dente but still hold their shape), then drain, under cool water in colander. Reserve. Combine softened cream cheese with horseradish and seasonings. Gradually stir in sour cream and chopped celery. Shred surimi into small pieces, or shred. Gently blend into cream cheese mixture. Add 1 heaping Tablespoon or more of crab mixture to each cooled shell using muffin tin well to support each shell. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
Tips:
- Choose fresh and high-quality crab meat. Fresh crab meat has a sweet and delicate flavor, while frozen crab meat can be tough and bland.
- Use a variety of fillings to create different flavors. Some popular fillings include bread crumbs, vegetables, herbs, and spices.
- Be careful not to overstuff the crab shells. Overstuffed shells can be difficult to close and may fall apart during cooking.
- Bake the crab shells until they are golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the crab shells immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces include melted butter, lemon juice, and tartar sauce.
Conclusion:
Stuffed crab shells are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With a variety of fillings and flavors to choose from, there is sure to be a stuffed crab shell recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a seafood dish that is both impressive and delicious, give stuffed crab shells a try.
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