Crab Brulee Recipe

This crab brulee recipe combines the richness of crab with a crispy, caramelized top, offering a unique twist on traditional crab dishes that will impress your guests.

Unique Crab Brulee Recipe

Crab brulee offers a mouthwatering combination of creamy, savory crab topped with a perfectly golden, crisp sugar crust. It’s an elegant dish that works for any special occasion, providing a delicate balance of flavors and textures, with the sweetness of the brulee complementing the tender crab meat. Get ready to indulge in this culinary masterpiece!

Ingredients For Crab Brulee

• 1 pound fresh crab meat, picked over for shells
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for brulee topping)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

How To Make Crab Brulee

Step 1: Prepare the Crab Mixture

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare ramekins by lightly buttering them.
2. In a medium pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
3. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. Gently fold in the crab meat and Parmesan cheese until evenly combined. Spoon the mixture into the prepared ramekins, dividing it evenly among them.

Step 2: Create the Brulee Topping

1. Sprinkle each ramekin with a thin layer of brown sugar, making sure it covers the crab mixture evenly.
2. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the mixture is heated through.
3. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with a light sprinkle of lemon zest for a fresh finish.

15 minutes prep time with 30 minutes cook time.

Serves 6 and contains approximately 350 calories per serving.

American / Appetizer, Seafood

Rated 4.9 by 4123 reviewers.

Recipe Tags: crab brulee, seafood appetizer, crab recipes, brulee recipes, elegant crab dishes, creamy crab

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