CRAB IMPERIAL (BALTIMORE STYLE)

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This serves 3-4 people as an entree or 5-6 people as an appetizer. If you have any questions, you can e-mail me: [email protected]

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb crabmeat (lump or backfin)
4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick, unsalted)
2 teaspoons shallots (chopped very fine or minced)
2 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground mace
2 tablespoons sherry wine
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 egg yolks (well beaten)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
paprika (sprinkle on top)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Melt butter in a heavy small saucepot over medium heat. Add shallot and stir until very lightly browned, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Blend in flour, white pepper and mace and stir 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add half-and-half, egg yolks, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and sherry and cook until thick and smooth, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt, and gently fold crabmeat into sauce, being careful not to break up chunks.
  • Fill either shells, oven-proof shells, ramekins, or small oven-proof bowls.
  • Sprinkle tops with paprika.
  • Place onto a cookie sheet and bake until mixture is bubbling, about 12 to 15 minutes, and serve immediately.

md Monju
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I've been looking for a good crab imperial recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. It's the perfect balance of crab, sauce, and spices. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Sakib Mahmod
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This crab imperial recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. I served it at a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Thanks for sharing!


Falon Hadley
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I love crab imperial and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The crab is tender and juicy, and the imperial sauce is flavorful and creamy. I highly recommend it!


JEANETTE Malaza
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This crab imperial recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The crab is tender and juicy, and the imperial sauce is flavorful and creamy. I highly recommend it!


Joyce_uavl 22
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this crab imperial recipe. The crab is cooked perfectly and the imperial sauce is delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Mobina Rahman
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This crab imperial recipe is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The crab is cooked to perfection and the imperial sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend it for a special occasion.


Mufti Sibghatullah Hamdard
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I've been looking for a good crab imperial recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. It's the perfect balance of crab, sauce, and spices. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Aminu Yau muhammad
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This crab imperial recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. I served it at a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Thanks for sharing!


Sandip Baramu
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I love crab imperial and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The crab is tender and juicy, and the imperial sauce is flavorful and creamy. I highly recommend it!


MD HUMAUN KABIR BIJOY
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This was my first time making crab imperial and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I will definitely be making it again.


Edward jr Jones
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I've made this crab imperial recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it!


Destiny Lopez
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This crab imperial recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover. The crab is cooked to perfection and the imperial sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


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