Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGoobers DinerOpen-faced Crab Or Tuna Melt Recipe

Open-faced Crab Or Tuna Melt Recipe

Inspired by Goobers Diner
Time30m
Serves2

Crab meat or tuna seasoned with tartar sauce and served on an English muffin with a choice of cheese

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Sauce

Bread and Cheese

Seasoning

Optional Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Seafood

    In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat or drained tuna with tartar sauce. Mix well until the seafood is evenly coated.

  2. 2

    Season the Mixture

    Add black pepper, salt (to taste), and paprika to the seafood mixture. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Toast the English Muffins

    Split the English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown. This will help them hold the toppings better.

  2. 4

    Add the Seafood Mixture

    Spread an equal amount of the seafood mixture on each toasted half of the English muffin.

  3. 5

    Top with Cheese

    Sprinkle cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese over the seafood mixture, depending on your preference.

Cooking

  1. 6

    Broil the Melts

    Place the assembled muffins on a baking sheet and broil them in the oven for about 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the melts from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for added flavor.

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