Spicy Crab Mornay

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 15
Spicy Crab Mornay recipe for a flavorful seafood dinner
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

400 g crabmeat ( about 4 blue swimmer crabs )
2 teaspoons butter
3 shallots ( finely chopped )
80 g green capsicum ( green peppers finely chopped )
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
cayenne pepper ( pinch of )
1/4 teaspoon black pepper ( freshly ground )
100 g low-fat cheese
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1/2 lemon ( juice of )
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs ( fresh )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
329
Sugar
3g
Fat
16g
Spicy Crab Mornay is a delicious twist on traditional crab recipes, inspired by French cuisine. This recipe combines fresh crabmeat with a zesty cheese sauce that is seasoned with cayenne pepper and black pepper to add a spicy kick. The breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese create a crispy and savory texture that perfectly complements the tender crab meat. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique and flavorful meal that packs a punch.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 220°C.
2.Clean the crabmeat thoroughly and set aside.
3.In a saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the shallots and green capsicum until soft.
4.Add the Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, black pepper, low-fat cheese, and tomato puree to the saucepan and stir to combine all ingredients.
5.Remove the saucepan from heat and add the lemon juice and crabmeat to the mixture.
6.Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
7.Bake for 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy. Serve hot.
8.

PROS

This dish is a great source of high-quality protein and omega-3s.

The spicy flavor adds an extra kick to traditional crab recipes.

CONS

Crab meat can be expensive and difficult to find at some supermarkets.

This recipe requires a bit of preparation to clean and cook the crab meat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crab is a great source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to reducing inflammation and supporting heart health. Additionally, the cayenne pepper used in this recipe has been known to support healthy digestion and boost metabolism.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.