Stuffed Crabs Caribbean Style Recipe

Name: Stuffed Crabs Caribbean Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons butter, approximately; 4 scallions, chopped; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1 hot green chili, finely chopped, seeds optional, or use dried red pepper flakes to taste; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 3/4 to 1 pound crabmeat, finely shredded (This does not have to be lump or fancy crab. Show crab, flaked crabmeat or even canned crab may be used.); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander leaves, optional; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 to 8 tablespoons crab liquid or bottled clam juice; 2 cups fresh bread crumbs; Lime wedges for garnish

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons butter, approximately
4 scallions, chopped
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 hot green chili, finely chopped, seeds optional, or use dried red pepper flakes to taste
1 tablespoon curry powder
3/4 to 1 pound crabmeat, finely shredded (This does not have to be lump or fancy crab. Show crab, flaked crabmeat or even canned crab may be used.)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander leaves, optional
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper
6 to 8 tablespoons crab liquid or bottled clam juice
2 cups fresh bread crumbs
Lime wedges for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2
Melt 8 tablespoons butter in a wide, shallow saucepan or skillet.
3
When melted, add the scallions, garlic and chili.
4
Add the curry powder and blend.
5
Add the crabmeat.
6
Add the coriander leaves, if desired, and parsley.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste.
8
Add enough crab liquid to moisten properly.
9
If you want a richer and better dish, add 2 to 4 more tablespoons butter.
10
Add bread crumbs and blend well.
11
Remove from the heat and use the mixture to fill 4 to 8 clam shells.
12
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until nicely brown.
13
Serve with lime wedges, slices or halves.

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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: 8 tablespoons butter, approximately, 4 scallions, chopped, 1 teaspoon chopped garlic, 1 hot green chili, finely chopped, seeds optional, or use dried red pepper flakes to taste, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Crabs Caribbean Style 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.

Stuffed Crabs Caribbean Style

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