Fried Crab Mac & Cheese Recipe
Lightly breaded and fried creamy mac & cheese, sweet crabmeat and our signature spices with a sweet heat sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Sauce
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking until smooth. Stir in the cream cheese and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and crabmeat. Mix well and let it cool slightly.
- 4
Prepare for Frying
Once cooled, form the mixture into small balls or patties. Dip each in beaten egg and then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- 5
Fry the Mac & Cheese Balls
In a deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Drizzle with sweet heat sauce and serve warm.
