Crab Bites Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crab Mixture
Breading
Frying
Method
Crab Mixture Preparation
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chopped green onions, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
Breading Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, combine the bread crumbs and grated parmesan cheese. Set up a breading station with the crab mixture, egg wash, and breading mixture.
Forming the Crab Bites
- 3
Shape the Crab Bites
Using your hands, take a tablespoon of the crab mixture and form it into a small ball or patty. Dip each crab bite into the egg wash, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the breading mixture to coat evenly.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Crab Bites
Carefully place the breaded crab bites in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the crab bites and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 6
Serve Warm
Serve the crab bites warm with your choice of dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or cocktail sauce.