Crab Crunchies are a culinary delight, offering a combination of crispy textures and delightful flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re a seafood lover or simply looking to try something new, this recipe is a must-try. In this article, we’ll take you through the step-by-step process of preparing these delectable Crab Crunchies.

Ingredients:

Let’s start with the essentials. To make Crab Crunchies, you’ll need the following ingredients:

For the Crab Filling:

For the Coating:

For Frying:

Instructions:

Preparing the Crab Filling:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, mayonnaise, green onions, celery, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Gently fold the ingredients together, taking care not to break up the crab meat. You want to maintain those delectable chunks.
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the crab mixture for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Coating the Crab Crunchies:

1. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish, beat the eggs in the second dish, and combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in the third dish.
2. Take a spoonful of the chilled crab mixture and shape it into a small patty.
3. Gently coat the crab patty with flour, ensuring it’s evenly covered. Shake off any excess flour.
4. Dip the patty into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
5. Finally, coat the patty generously with the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs onto the patty to ensure they adhere well.

Frying the Crab Crunchies:

1. In a large, deep skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
2. Carefully place the crab patties into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
3. Fry the Crab Crunchies for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
4. Using a slotted spoon, remove the Crunchies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Crab Crunchies!