Big John's N'awlins Crab Recipe

Name: Big John's N'awlins Crab
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb butter, softened; 6 medium soft shelled crabs, cleaned; 12 French bread, loaf sliced; cajun seasoning; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 7 cloves garlic, chopped; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ground; 1 tablespoon parsley, minced; 2 cups fresh basil leaves; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup walnuts, shells removed; 1 cup olive oil; 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated; ¼ cup romano cheese, grated; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb butter, softened
6 medium soft shelled crabs, cleaned
12 French bread, loaf sliced
cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
7 cloves garlic, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper, ground
1 tablespoon parsley, minced
2 cups fresh basil leaves
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup walnuts, shells removed
1 cup olive oil
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup romano cheese, grated
salt and pepper

1
In a food processor, chop basil, garlic and walnuts.
2
With it running, slowly add olive oil in a steady stream.
3
Add cheeses, salt and pepper and pulse the mixer a couple times.
4
Set aside.
5
Dredge the crabs in butter and place in a hot skillet over medium heat.
6
Add about 1/3 of the butter and saute crabs about 2- 3 minutes per side.
7
Season to taste with cajon seasoning while sauteing.
8
Remove the crabs and place on warm platter, add all ingredients for Bordelaise together, including remaining butter and with the exception of the parsley, saute 3-4 minutes, remove from heat and add parsley.
9
Lay slices of french bread on the plates, cover with Bordelaise, add crabs, top with pesto and sprinkle with cajon seasoning.

1777

kcal

Calories

189

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb butter, softened, 6 medium soft shelled crabs, cleaned, 12 French bread, loaf sliced, cajun seasoning, and more.

Yes, Big John's N'awlins Crab falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Big John's N'awlins Crab

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Variations & substitutions

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