HOT BUTTERED CRAB

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium-sized cooked crabs
1 small clove garlic
2 anchovy fillets
4 ounces butter
4 tablespoons dry white vermouth
1 lemon, juiced
Good pinch freshly grated nutmeg
Hot pepper sauce
2 ounces fresh white bread crumbs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Small bunch parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Extract all the meat from the crabs. Wash and reserve the shells.
  • Finely chop the garlic and anchovies, then fry them gently in a little of the butter for about 3 minutes. Add the vermouth, lemon juice and remainder of the butter, and season with the nutmeg and a good dash of hot pepper sauce to taste. Stir in half of the bread crumbs and the crabmeat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir to blend and cook for about 5 minutes. Add most of the chopped parsley.
  • Transfer the buttered crab mixture to the crab shells, and sprinkle with the remaining bread crumbs and parsley. Cook under a preheated hot grill until bubbling and brown.

Muhammad Anees
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I've tried many hot buttered crab recipes, but this one is by far the best! The crab is cooked to perfection, and the butter sauce is simply divine. I love the hint of lemon and garlic that brightens up the dish. It's a seafood feast that's perfect f


Areeba Tayyab
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's quick, easy, and absolutely delicious. The crab is cooked perfectly, and the butter sauce is a perfect balance of savory and tangy. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables and a glass o


Brwa delizhay
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I'm so glad I stumbled upon this recipe! The hot buttered crab is incredibly easy to make, yet it tastes like a gourmet dish. The crab meat is succulent and juicy, while the butter sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with crusty bread to soak up


Vanessa Singleton
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This recipe is a true delight! The crab is cooked to tender perfection, and the butter sauce is infused with a symphony of herbs and spices. The result is a dish that is both elegant and comforting. I served it over a bed of roasted vegetables, and i


Fahim Reza
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I substituted fresh crab meat in this recipe, and it turned out fantastic! The dish was incredibly flavorful and had a lovely aroma while cooking. The butter sauce was perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of tanginess and richness. Highly r


Olayemi Odebowale
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This crab dish is an explosion of flavors! The crab is cooked to perfection, with a tender and flaky texture. The butter sauce is smooth and velvety, with a delightful blend of garlic, parsley, and lemon. It's a seafood lover's dream come true! Defin


Danyal luqman
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Making this recipe was a breeze! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. Plus, the dish came together in under 30 minutes, making it a weeknight-friendly meal. The end result was impressive and tasted like it came from a high-end restaurant.


Nilesh
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I'm not a huge seafood fan, but this recipe changed my mind! The crab meat had a delicate sweetness that paired so well with the rich butter sauce. The sauce had a citrusy tang that balanced the richness of the butter and complemented the crab. A gre


Devil gamer
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This recipe was a hit at our dinner party! Everyone raved about the crab's moist and succulent texture, coated in that luscious butter sauce. The flavors of garlic, lemon, and herbs complemented the crab perfectly. A new favorite at our table!


Amayah Gutierrez Amayah
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This recipe for Hot Buttered Crab is a must-try if you're a seafood lover! The crab is succulent and tender with a delicately toasted buttery flavor. The sauce is infused with garlic, parsley, and lemon, not overpowering the sweetness of the crab mea


Emelina Rodriguez
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This recipe is amazing! The crab is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Dot Fleming
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The crab is cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice.


Sardar Nazakat
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This is the best hot buttered crab recipe I've ever tried. The crab is cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Krista Foote
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I love this recipe! The crab is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice.


Dyson Phone
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This recipe is a keeper! The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a delicious meal.


Aisha fofana
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the crab and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


dua abaasi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The crab is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Brian Mthokozisi
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This was my first time making hot buttered crab and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'm definitely going to make this again.


Pobitro Kumar
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The crab was so succulent and the sauce was amazing. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my guests.


Jessie Peace
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Absolutely delicious! The crab was cooked to perfection and the butter sauce was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.