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Deviled Crab

September 5, 2019 32 Comments

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Overhead photo of 3 dishes of deviled crab on a tray

This Deviled Crab is a classic dish packed with succulent lump crabmeat that couldn’t be easier to pull together for a quick, special dinner!

Overhead photo of 3 dishes of deviled crab on silver tray

Today, I’m serving up one of our favorite dinners here at the beach folks, Deviled Crab. We just drop in the crab trap and and a few hours later, it’s a crab feast!

No worries if you don’t have a crab trap, store bought crabmeat will do just fine. And Deviled Crab is perfect all year round, not just during the summer season.

Overhead photo of cooked crabs in white enamel dish with wooden hammer

It’s so simple to throw together too. Perfect for busy weeknights, date night or fancy enough for weekend guests.

Deviled Crab was always my Gram’s favorite. When we were growing up, Gram took care of us when Mom and Dad weren’t at the beach.

Up close overhead photo of dishes on cooked deviled crab with forks

My sisters and I had jobs during the day, so Gram pretty much ran the household while we were all out. To thank her, with our tip money, we’d each treat her every so often, to either lunch or dinner out, somewhere of her choice. More often than not, she’d choose a seafood restaurant and order some kind of fish sandwich or deviled crab. I’m certain that’s why I love it so much.

Overhead photo of deviled crab in skillet with wooden spoon

If you’re not familiar with Deviled Crab, it’s sort of like a crabcake in a cup. Mainly crabmeat, with a bit of onion, peppers, dry mustard, Worchestershire, lemon juice, heavy cream and some panko crumbs.

Up close overhead photo of deviled crab in dishes on silver tray

No need for shaping into cakes. Simply sauté the veggies, stir in the cream and spices, then fold in the crabmeat and panko and top with some buttered panko crumbs. How easy is that?

You’ll bake these for about 15 minutes, serve with fresh corn on the cob and perhaps a caprese salad and dinner is served! Enjoy!

A few other favorite crabmeat recipes here at the BHK are my Mini Crabmeat Baked Egg Casseroles, and my Crab Melts.

 

A Few Cook’s Notes for Deviled Crab Recipe:

I like to use a combination of red and green pepper, but you can also use just one or the other.

I used plain panko crumbs, but you can also use crushed saltine crackers.

I divided the crabmeat mixture evenly among six of my 7-oz. Le Creuset ramekins.

 

5 from 14 votes
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Deviled Crab
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

This Deviled Crab is a classic dish packed with succulent lump crabmeat that couldn't be easier to pull together for a quick, special dinner!

Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Seafood
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 317 kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 7 Tbsp. butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper
  • 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 tsp. hot sauce
  • 1 tsp, Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lb. fresh lump crabmeat, drained and picked
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 1/4 cup plain panko crumbs, divided
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly spray six small ramekins with nonstick cooking spray. (I used six 7-oz. ramekins) Place ramekins on a large baking sheet. Set aside.

  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add onion, red and green pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often until tender. Stir in cream, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring until well combined. Fold in the crabmeat, parsley and 3/4 cup of the panko crumbs. Divide the mixture evenly between the six ramekins.

  3. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl. Add the remaining 1/2 cup panko crumbs to the melted butter. Toss until well coated. Sprinkle over each of the ramekins. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts
Deviled Crab
Amount Per Serving
Calories 317 Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Fat 23g35%
Saturated Fat 14g88%
Cholesterol 100mg33%
Sodium 1014mg44%
Potassium 277mg8%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 17g34%
Vitamin A 1409IU28%
Vitamin C 27mg33%
Calcium 88mg9%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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Comments

  1. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says

    September 5, 2019 at 7:46 am

    Any dish with crab makes me VERY happy! And this sounds delicious! I am truly so excited to try this one :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 9:04 am

      Us too Alex! This is one of the easiest to come out of my kitchen! Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    September 5, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Crabcake in a cup? Yes please! I really enjoy crab and it’s a real treat when I do have it. Now I know what I’m making next time when I grab some :) Pinned! Have an awesome weekend ahead :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 9:05 am

      So much easier than shaping and frying Dawn! Takes minutes to make and these little cups go even faster! Happy weekend to you too!

      Reply
  3. 2pots2cook says

    September 5, 2019 at 9:38 am

    Lovely twist to surprise the gang next time. Thank you very much and enjoy your day :-)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 9:44 am

      Yes! Hope you give it a go Davorka! I’m sure it will be a hit. Happy weekend!

      Reply
  4. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    September 5, 2019 at 10:38 am

    My parents have a crabbing party every summer so I’m forwarding this recipe to them. I have a feeling my dad will go bonkers for it! It sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      Bet he will Kelsie! Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Marissa says

    September 5, 2019 at 11:01 am

    Real crab is my favorite indulgence, Mary Ann. How have I never tried it deviled? Looks and sounds totally mouthwatering. This one’s an absolute must try!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      Hope you enjoy it Marissa. I can’t tell you how many times I make this during the year! It’s so easy and everyone always loves it!

      Reply
  6. Gerlinde @sunnycovechef says

    September 5, 2019 at 11:19 am

    Mary Ann, your crab looks similar to the dungeons crab we have the pacific coast. I love your dish, simple but oh so good. Aren’t food memories the best?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      So incredibly simple Gerlinde! We just love it and so did my Gram! Food memories are definitely the BEST!

      Reply
  7. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    September 5, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    This is happening!! I can’t wait! Better than a crab cake, I’d say!! Shared!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 2:51 pm

      Yes! So easy. Hope you enjoy Annie!

      Reply
  8. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    September 5, 2019 at 5:42 pm

    I feel like my friends would be very impressed if I served this at my next dinner party!! I’ve never done anything with crab but I do love eating it!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 8:31 pm

      Bet they’d love it Katherine.

      Reply
  9. Lisa says

    September 5, 2019 at 7:11 pm

    Sounds great ,but why is the sodium count so high???

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2019 at 8:33 pm

      Hi Lisa. Crabmeat is from the sea, so it’s salty. That’s why you see the higher sodium content. You can eliminate the extra salt in the recipe to take it a bit lower if you’d like.

      Reply
  10. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    September 6, 2019 at 8:12 am

    You are so lucky to have access to fresh crab! I’d be making this everyday. Such a great memory of your gram and such a lovely recipe!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 6, 2019 at 2:44 pm

      Thanks so much Kathy! Gram loved deviled crab. Also got my love of tea biscuits from her.

      Reply
  11. Matt - Total Feasts says

    September 7, 2019 at 2:01 am

    I’m not surprised these are a favorite at the beach, I can just imagine sitting out with a cold drink enjoying one of these delicious looking pots.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 7, 2019 at 4:05 pm

      They’re made quite often here at the beach Matt!

      Reply
  12. Kelly | Foodtasia says

    September 7, 2019 at 5:50 am

    These look so delicious, Mary Ann! And really easy to make! It would be so cool to set a trap and find my dinner in it!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 7, 2019 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks Kelly! Lol! It’s fun and a lot cheaper!

      Reply
  13. Leanne says

    September 8, 2019 at 9:37 am

    I’ve never heard of deviled crab, but I love crab cakes. So if I can enjoy them in these convenient little cups without shaping them into patties, that works for me!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 9, 2019 at 7:57 am

      So easy Leanne!

      Reply
  14. Kevin says

    September 12, 2019 at 9:22 pm

    What a treat to have fresh crab! Wouldn’t pass up the chance to have these!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 12, 2019 at 10:42 pm

      Thanks Kev!

      Reply
  15. Sandra says

    January 5, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    Hi Mary Ann. I grew up on the coast in Savannah, Ga. where we had plenty of deviled crabs. This recipe sounds wonderful. One question. Can this be mixed up and frozen in individual portions before cooking. I would love to be able to take out one serving to enjoy whenever. Looking forward to trying your recipe.
    Sandra Parker

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      January 5, 2020 at 6:52 pm

      Hi Sandra. Yes, you can freeze in individual portions for about one month. Make sure the portions are sealed in an airtight container. Hope you enjoy! And thanks so much for following along!

      Reply
  16. deidre says

    September 5, 2020 at 8:21 am

    Finally a crab recipe that doesn’t involve Old Bay..so so good! Just like I remembered !

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 5, 2020 at 9:45 am

      So happy you enjoy the recipe Deidre!

      Reply

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