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Grill Stuffed Crab

Cultural Context

Grill Stuffed Crab is a beloved dish from Louisiana, showcasing the region's rich seafood heritage. Traditionally made with fresh crab meat and a variety of seasonings, it reflects the Creole and Cajun culinary influences that emphasize bold flavors and local ingredients. Today, this dish is a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations, often enjoyed during festive occasions like Mardi Gras or family reunions, and has inspired variations across the United States.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb crab meat
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 medium onion
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 large egg
1 cup cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

crab meat

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Shrimp is lower in calories, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, and margarine can be a cost-effective alternative.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy, while processed cheese is often less expensive.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: homemade sauce

Soy sauce is lower in calories, and homemade sauce can be made with pantry staples.

1

Preheat grill to medium heat.

2

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

3

Sauté onion, celery, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

4

Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5

In a large bowl, combine crab meat, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, and egg.

6

Mix until well combined, then season with salt and black pepper.

7

Form the mixture into crab cakes or stuff into crab shells.

8

Place stuffed crab on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes until heated through and golden brown.

9

Optionally, sprinkle cheese on top during the last few minutes of cooking.

10

Remove from grill and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Stuffed CrabCrab Imperial

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