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Delicious Crab Crunchies

Golden, crispy crab crunchies with tender seafood center, perfect for parties and appetizers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 crunchies
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crab Mixture
  • 1 lb lump crab meat drained
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
Coating
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg beaten

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Deep skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Mix crab filling ingredients gently.
  2. Form into bite-sized balls.
  3. Coat in flour, egg, then panko.
  4. Fry at 350°F until golden brown.
  5. Drain and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with lemon aioli or tartar sauce for best flavor. Chill before frying for firmer texture.