All Purpose Crab Stuffing

Elevate your meals with this rich and versatile All Purpose Crab Stuffing, a mouthwatering blend of fresh lump crab meat, fragrant sautéed vegetables, and classic seasonings like Old Bay and Dijon mustard. Perfectly balanced with creamy mayonnaise, a hint of lemon juice, and fresh parsley, this stuffing strikes the perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Whether baked as a standalone side dish or used to enhance proteins like fish, chicken, or mushrooms, this dish is a showstopper that takes just 15 minutes to prepare. With its golden, breadcrumb-topped finish and indulgently savory taste, this crab stuffing is sure to become a favorite for dinner parties and family meals alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lump crab meat
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 finely chopped celery stalks
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 large, beaten egg
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if using this stuffing as a baked side dish or to stuff into proteins for roasting.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, parsley, old bay seasoning, lemon juice, and the cooled onion-celery mixture.

Step 5

Gently fold the mixture together, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.

Step 6

Add the beaten egg and mix to bind the stuffing. Adjust the texture by adding more breadcrumbs if the mixture seems too wet, or a little more mayonnaise if it's too dry.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

If baking as a standalone dish, transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 9

Alternatively, stuff the mixture into your protein of choice (e.g., fish fillets, chicken breasts, or mushrooms) before cooking as desired.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1424.2 grams (1424.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2331

Total Fat 155.20g	199%
Saturated Fat 38.20g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 709mg	236%
Sodium 6382mg	277%
Total Carbohydrate 135.50g	49%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 21.60g
Protein 107.40g	215%

Vitamin D 63IU	314%
Calcium 647mg	50%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 3186mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 22.9%