Crab Balls Recipe
Delight in homemade crab balls with this easy recipe. Perfect for appetizers or snacks, featuring tender crab meat, seasonings, and a crispy finish!
Ingredients
- Crab Meat: 1 pound fresh or canned, preferably lump or claw meat
- Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2 large beaten
- Mayonnaise: ¼ cup
- Dijon Mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Old Bay Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Parsley: 2 tablespoons chopped
- Green Onion: 2 tablespoons chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Olive Oil: For frying or brushing for baking
Instructions
Prepare the Crab Meat:
- Drain and flake canned crab meat or use fresh, ensuring it's properly cooked and free of shells.
Mix the Ingredients:
- Combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, parsley, green onion, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Shape the Crab Balls:
- Form the mixture into 1-1.5 inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cook the Crab Balls:
- Frying: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry crab balls in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush or spray crab balls with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.