Crab and Cheese Toasts

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1

Irresistible Crab and Cheese Toasts recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	250 g crabmeat ( cooked )
	2 tablespoons sour cream
	1 chili ( birdseye finely chopped )
	1 tablespoon coriander ( leaves finely chopped )
	1/3 cup parmesan cheese ( grated )
	1 lime ( juice of )
	4 slices sourdough bread ( lightly toasted )
	1 -2 tablespoon basil ( leaves small to serve )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

349

Sugar

2.8g

Fat

13.7g

Crab and Cheese Toasts are a mouth-watering appetizer that can be served on any occasion. The combination of crabmeat, sour cream, chili, and parmesan cheese on a crispy slice of sourdough bread is a true crowd-pleaser. These toasts can be easily prepared in advance and baked right before serving.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.	In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked crabmeat, sour cream, birdseye chili, coriander leaves, parmesan cheese, and lime juice.
3.	Divide the crab mixture among the slices of sourdough bread and spread evenly.
4.	Place the toasts onto a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5.	Remove the toasts from the oven and sprinkle some basil leaves on top. Serve hot.

PROS

The combination of crabmeat and melted cheese on crispy toast is a match made in heaven.
This appetizer is perfect for a dinner party or a fancy snack.

CONS

These toasts are relatively high in calories and may not be suitable for those on a strict diet.

Crabmeat can be expensive and difficult to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crabmeat is a low-fat source of protein that is also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, zinc, and copper.
Sourdough bread is a healthier bread option that may help stabilize blood sugar levels and aid in digestion due to its prebiotic and probiotic content.