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baked crab popper

Irresistible Baked Crab Poppers for Your Next Get-Together

These baked crab poppers are a delicious seafood appetizer that is quick to prepare and sure to impress at your gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Seafood
Servings 12 poppers
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 1 cup Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, Drained High-quality crab ensures rich flavor
  • 1/2 cup Duke's Mayonnaise Any mayonnaise works, but this brand adds extra kick
  • 1 large Egg, Lightly Beaten Use a flax egg for a vegan alternative
  • 1/2 cup Corn, Canned Fresh or frozen corn can create a similar effect
  • 2 stems Green Onion Stems Chives can serve as a delicious substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon, Juiced Lime juice is a fantastic alternative
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper Freshly cracked pepper elevates the taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to your heat preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Modify the amount to your taste

For the Peppers

  • 12 mini Mini Red Bell Peppers Switch to jalapeños for an extra kick

For the Topping

  • 1/2 cup Unseasoned Panko Bread Crumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used if needed
  • as needed Cooking Spray Opt for any non-stick spray for ease of baking

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Carefully slice the mini red bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine all filling ingredients and gently fold.
  • Fill each pepper half with the crab mixture, packing it in generously.
  • Sprinkle panko bread crumbs over each filled pepper and mist with cooking spray.
  • Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  • Let them cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve warm, drizzled with additional lemon juice if desired.

Notes

These baked crab poppers can be made ahead of time and reheated for convenience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword appetizer, baked crab popper, crowd-pleaser, easy recipe, party food, Seafood
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