Southern Deviled Crab
Classic Southern deviled crab made with tender crabmeat, savory vegetables, creamy seasonings, and a golden buttery breadcrumb topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
1 lb cooked crabmeat, picked over for shells
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/4 cup finely diced green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely diced yellow onion
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease four ramekins or a medium baking dish.
2. Melt butter in a skillet. Cook celery, bell pepper, and onion for 4-5 minutes.
3. Mix mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and seasonings.
4. Fold in cooked vegetables, crabmeat, and parsley.
5. Divide mixture among baking dishes.
6. Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the filling.
7. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden and the center reaches 165°F (74°C).
8. Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Use fresh or canned crabmeat, drained well.
Check crabmeat carefully for shell fragments.
Fold gently to keep crab pieces intact.
Add breadcrumbs just before baking for a crisp topping.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Reheat to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
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