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Hot Crab Claws

Sizzling Hot Crab Claws: 5 Bold Cajun Recipes


  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Sizzling Hot Crab Claws deliver bold Cajun flavor in minutes. This buttery, garlicky, spicy seafood appetizer is perfect for dipping.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb crab claws (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (or more to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Crusty French bread, for serving
  • Lemon zest
  • Diced shallots
  • Green onions

Instructions

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  2. Stir in Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes. Let spices bloom for 1 minute.
  3. Add crab claws and toss to coat. Cook 5-7 minutes until heated through.
  4. Squeeze lemon juice over crab and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Transfer to a hot platter, sprinkle parsley, and serve immediately with crusty bread.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 7 minutes
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Skillet
    • Cuisine: Cajun

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 450
    • Sugar: 1g
    • Sodium: 600mg
    • Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 15g
    • Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg

    Keywords: Hot Crab Claws, Cajun seafood, appetizer, New Orleans