Open Faced Crab Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this luxurious Open-Faced Crab Sandwich recipe, a perfect blend of creamy, zesty flavors and rich textures. Featuring tender fresh crab meat mixed with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this irresistible topping is skillfully layered over buttery, toasted sourdough bread slices and crowned with melted Swiss cheese for a golden, bubbly finish. A dash of cayenne pepper and freshly chopped chives infuse the dish with vibrant notes, while crisp mixed greens provide a refreshing contrast. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this seafood delight serves two and is ideal for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Dive into this gourmet crab sandwich and savor every bite of seaside comfort!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams fresh crab meat
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 2 pieces sourdough bread slices
- 2 teaspoons butter, softened
- 2 pieces Swiss cheese slices
- 1 cup mixed greens
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, chopped chives, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
Step 3
Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each sourdough bread slice. Place the slices, buttered side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4
Divide the crab mixture evenly between the two slices of bread, spreading it out to cover the top.
Step 5
Place a slice of Swiss cheese over the crab mixture on each piece of bread.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and the bread is toasted on the bottom.
Step 7
Remove the sandwiches from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Step 8
Top each sandwich with a small handful of mixed greens for added freshness and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 419.9 grams (419.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1117 |
| Total Fat 74.60g | 96% |
| Saturated Fat 19.90g | 99% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 238mg | 79% |
| Sodium 4130mg | 180% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.00g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.10g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 3.30g | |
| Protein 61.90g | 124% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 60% |
| Calcium 692mg | 53% |
| Iron 4mg | 22% |
| Potassium 795mg | 17% |
Source of Calories