Bring the flavors of the coast to your kitchen with this delicious Deviled Crab recipe! Featuring fresh crab meat blended with spices, breadcrumbs, and a bit of heat, this dish is a fantastic way to elevate seafood into a flavorful meal. It’s perfect for seafood lovers and can be served as an appetizer or main course, especially for gatherings or festive occasions.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet or individual ramekins for the deviled crab mixture.
Sauté the aromatics. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bell pepper, onion, celery, and garlic in a bit of oil until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Mix the ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, cooled vegetable mixture, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper, then gently fold until everything is evenly combined, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
Scoop and shape. Spoon the crab mixture into ramekins or shape it into mounds on the baking sheet. Lightly sprinkle additional paprika on top for color.
Bake. Place in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden and heated through.
Serve. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious Deviled Crab!
Choose fresh crab meat for the best flavor, but if unavailable, quality canned crab meat will work. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce to suit your taste. Try panko breadcrumbs for a crispier texture. Add a bit of melted butter to the mixture before baking to enhance the richness.