Crab Meat Omelet with Tasso Hollandaise Recipe

Name: Crab Meat Omelet with Tasso Hollandaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound crab meat, picked over for cartilage; 1/4 cup minced shallots; 2 tablespoons chopped green onions; 8 eggs; 1/4 cup heavy cream; Salt and pepper; 1 cup grated Smoked Gouda cheese; 2 egg yolks; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; Dash of Tabasco; 2 teaspoons water; 1 stick melted butter; 2 ounces tasso, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1 pound crab meat, picked over for cartilage
1/4 cup minced shallots
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
8 eggs
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper
1 cup grated Smoked Gouda cheese
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Dash of Tabasco
2 teaspoons water
1 stick melted butter
2 ounces tasso, finely chopped

1
In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, shallots, and green onions together.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
In a mixing bowl, whisk the whole eggs and cream together.
4
Season the eggs with salt and pepper.
5
Heat the 2 tablespoons of butter in a 6-inch non-stick saute pan until it foams.
6
Pour in a quarter of the beaten eggs.
7
Using a rubber spatula , pull the cooked egg away from the pan and allow the raw egg to run onto the hot part of the pan.
8
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the crab mixture and 1/4 cup of the grated cheese over the eggs.
9
When almost set, tap the edge of the pan , opposite of the handle, on the edge of the burner, moving the egg down to the edge of the pan.
10
Tap to fold the egg over by one-third, then fold onto a small service plate.
11
Repeat the process until all the eggs are used.
12
In a stainless steel bowl set over a pot of simmering water, whisk the egg yolks with the lemon juice, Tabasco, and water, until pale yellow in color.
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
Be careful not to let the bowl touch the water.
15
Remove the bowl from the pot and whisking vigorously, add the butter, 1 teaspoon at a time, until all is incorporated.
16
Add the tasso and continue whisking for 30 seconds.
17
To assemble, spoon the sauce over each omelet and garnish with green onions

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound crab meat, picked over for cartilage, 1/4 cup minced shallots, 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, 8 eggs, and more.

Yes, Crab Meat Omelet with Tasso Hollandaise 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.

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Crab Meat Omelet with Tasso Hollandaise

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