Crab Chops Recipe

Name: Crab Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup milk; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, drained; 20 saltine crackers, finely crushed; 1/2 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Garnishes: lemon wedges, parsley sprigs

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, drained
20 saltine crackers, finely crushed
1/2 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Garnishes: lemon wedges, parsley sprigs

1
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook 1 minute, whisking constantly. Stir in green onions and next 3 ingredients; cook 2 to 3 minutes, whisking constantly. Gradually whisk in milk; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
2
Combine egg, crabmeat, and cracker crumbs; toss gently. Stir in milk mixture. Shape into 6 patties (or chops).
3
Combine breadcrumbs and Rustic Rub in a shallow dish. Dredge patties in crumb mixture. Cover and chill 1 1/2 hours.
4
Cook crab cakes in 1/4 cup melted butter and hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Garnish, if desired.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup chopped green onions, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Crab Chops 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.

Crab Chops

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