Famous Crab Bombs

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🦀 Famous Crab Bombs – Crispy, Cheesy, and Irresistible! 😍

If you’re a seafood lover, these Famous Crab Bombs are a must-try. Imagine juicy, flavorful crab meat encased in a crispy, golden shell, bursting with cheese and seasoning in every bite. Perfect for appetizers, game day snacks, or fancy party treats, these crab bombs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

With a creamy crab filling, a touch of tang from Dijon mustard and lemon juice, and a hint of Old Bay spice, this recipe takes classic crab cakes to the next level by wrapping them in a crispy shell and baking or frying to perfection.

⏱ Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep time: 20 minutes

  • Cook time: 15–20 minutes

  • Total time: 35–40 minutes

  • Yield: 12–16 crab bombs, depending on size

📝 Ingredients

Seafood

  • 1 pound jumbo lump crab meat, fresh or pasteurized (drained and checked for shells)

Binding & Flavoring

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Optional Coating & Frying

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • Oil for frying, or cooking spray for baking

🥄 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven or Oil

  • For Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • For Frying: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Prepare the Crab Mixture

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and parsley.

  2. Gently fold the ingredients together, being careful not to break up the crab too much. The mixture should hold together but remain fluffy.

Step 3: Form the Crab Bombs

  1. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of crab mixture per bomb (adjust size as desired).

  2. Roll into balls using your hands or a small ice cream scoop for uniform size.

  3. Optional: Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to help firm them up.

Step 4: Coat the Crab Bombs

  1. In a shallow bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, and garlic powder.

  2. Roll each crab ball in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.

  3. For extra crunch, press gently to make sure the crumbs stick.

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