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🔥🔥🔥Jumbo Lump Crab Bombs with Lemon Butter🔥🔥🔥

Jumbo lump crab meat formed into balls, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, and fried until golden brown. Served with a tangy lemon butter sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb jumbo lump crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Lemon Butter:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine crab meat, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup parsley. Be careful not to break up the crab lumps.
  2. Form the mixture into 8 equal balls (about 2 inches in diameter).
  3. Set up a breading station: place flour in one shallow dish, beaten egg (if needed) in another, and panko breadcrumbs in a third.
  4. Coat each crab bomb in flour, then dip in egg (if using), then roll in panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
  5. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry the crab bombs in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and heated through, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  7. For the lemon butter: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon parsley. Serve warm with the crab bombs.

Notes

For best results, chill the formed crab bombs for 30 minutes before breading to help them hold their shape. Use fresh jumbo lump crab meat for superior texture and flavor.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Calories: 435
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Protein: 22 g