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Crispy Crab Bombs

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Crispy crab bombs are golden, crunchy appetizers filled with creamy crab and a hint of herbs, perfect for quick, crowd-pleasing snacks or party starters.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained well (fresh or canned)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • A few dashes hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (120g)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (60g)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for shallow frying (about 2 cups or 16 fl oz)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine crab meat, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce if using. Mix carefully to keep some crab lumps intact. This takes about 5 minutes.
  2. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized rounds (about 1.5 inches diameter). Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes to firm up.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour (lightly seasoned with salt and pepper), beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
  4. Dredge each crab ball first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten egg, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and breadcrumb step once more. Chill the breaded bombs for another 10 minutes.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C). Fry crab bombs in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crisp. Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven if needed.

Notes

Chilling the crab bombs before breading and frying helps them hold together and improves texture. Maintain oil temperature around 350°F to avoid burning or greasy coating. Baking at 400°F for 15-18 minutes is a good alternative for a lighter option. For gluten-free, substitute flour and breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese.

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