Whispery Eggs With Crabmeat And Herbs Recipe

Name: Whispery Eggs With Crabmeat And Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon creme fraiche; 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon butter; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 shallot, thinly sliced; 4 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 cup lump crabmeat, drained and shell pieces removed; 16 (1/2-inch-thick) slices diagonally cut French bread baguette, toasted; Thyme sprigs (optional); Louisiana hot sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon creme fraiche
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 shallot, thinly sliced
4 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 cup lump crabmeat, drained and shell pieces removed
16 (1/2-inch-thick) slices diagonally cut French bread baguette, toasted
Thyme sprigs (optional)
Louisiana hot sauce (optional)

1
Combine eggs and egg whites in a large bowl; beat vigorously with a whisk for 1 minute. Add creme fraiche, salt, and pepper; beat vigorously with a whisk for 1 minute.
2
Heat butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallot to pan; saute 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in parsley, tarragon, and thyme. Reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk egg mixture. Add egg mixture to pan; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Fold in crabmeat; cook 1 minute or until eggs reach desired consistency, stirring gently. Arrange 4 baguette slices on each of 4 plates; spoon 1 cup egg mixture onto each serving. Garnish with thyme sprigs and serve with hot sauce, if desired.
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Wine note: These eggs deserve a delicious sparkling wine, but the right bottle matters. A highly crisp, golden Champagne won't work as well here as a fuller-bodied, rich rose sparkler that will complement both the crabmeat and the protein of the eggs, and look beautifully festive as well. Rose Champagnes are very pricey; opt instead for a top-notch California rose sparkler such as Gloria Ferrer Brut Rose 2005 from Sonoma, California ($42). -Karen MacNeil

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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.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large eggs, lightly beaten, 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten, 1 tablespoon creme fraiche, 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, and more.

Yes, Whispery Eggs With Crabmeat And Herbs 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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Whispery Eggs With Crabmeat And Herbs

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