Crab Imperial Recipe
Fresh jumbo lump crab meat broiled with our house made imperial sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it's ready for broiling.
- 2
Combine Imperial Sauce Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 3
Add Crab Meat
Carefully fold in the jumbo lump crab meat into the sauce mixture. Be gentle to keep the crab meat intact.
- 4
- 5
Transfer to Baking Dish
Spoon the crab mixture into the prepared baking dish or ramekins, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 6
Add Breadcrumbs
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the crab mixture to create a crispy topping.
Cooking
- 7
Broil the Crab Imperial
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and broil for about 10-12 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is heated through.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.