Creamed Seafood Topping Recipe

Name: Creamed Seafood Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 stick butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups half-and-half; 1 teaspoon ketchup; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 cups homemade or store-bought bread crumbs; 1 pound fresh crabmeat; 1/2 lemon, juiced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 stick butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon ketchup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 cups homemade or store-bought bread crumbs
1 pound fresh crabmeat
1/2 lemon, juiced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Add 1 tablespoon oil into large saucepan.
2
Saute the onion and green pepper until tender.
3
Over low heat in a medium saucepan, add butter and flour.
4
Stir together.
5
Slowly add half and half while whisking, about 2 minutes.
6
Add ketchup, mustard and bread crumbs.
7
Mix to combine.
8
Allow to simmer for a few minutes.
9
Add crabmeat and lemon juice.
10
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

195

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 small yellow onion, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, 1/2 stick butter, and more.

Yes, Creamed Seafood Topping 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!

Creamed Seafood Topping

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Variations & substitutions

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