Description
Garlic Butter Crab Toasts are a delectable and sophisticated appetizer that combines the sweet, tender meat of fresh crab with aromatic garlic butter, all served on crispy baguette slices. Perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to elegant dinner parties, this recipe is both quick to prepare and sure to impress. With a burst of flavors from lemon juice and fresh herbs, these toasts deliver a delightful seafood experience that will have your guests asking for more. Enjoy them warm and topped with a sprinkle of paprika for an extra touch of color and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh crab meat (Dungeness or blue crabs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- If using fresh crabs, steam them until bright red (about 10 minutes). Allow them to cool before extracting the meat.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, melted garlic butter, lemon juice, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet; brush with olive oil on both sides.
- Toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Spoon crab mixture onto toasted bread; top with cheese if desired.
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes until flavors meld.
- Garnish with paprika before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg