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Famous Crab Bombs

Delicious Famous Crab Bombs for Effortless Home Entertaining

These Famous Crab Bombs are delicious appetizers filled with crab meat and creamy cheese, perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bombs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Fresh Lump Crab Meat
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Japanese Kewpie recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Fresh-grated
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Optionally seasoned
  • oil Oil for Frying Neutral or olive oil

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Famous Crab Bombs
  1. Step 1: Prepare Cream Cheese - Start by allowing the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes. While it softens, gather all your other ingredients.
  2. Step 2: Mix Base - Combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a large bowl until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add Ingredients - Mix in the chopped green onions, parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Fold in Crab - Gently fold the lump crab meat into the mixture, careful not to break it up too much.
  5. Step 5: Chill Mixture - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Shape Bombs - Roll the mixture into uniform balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  7. Step 7: Coat in Panko - Roll each ball in panko bread crumbs until fully coated.
  8. Step 8: Cooking Method - For frying, heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry for 3-4 minutes per side. For baking, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  9. Step 9: Serve Warm - Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley, and serve with your favorite sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Maintain proper oil temperature when frying and chill mixture for best results.

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