Best Fried Crab Balls Recipe
This crab balls recipe is incredibly delicious. It combines the delicate and savory flavors of lump crab meat with a blend of seasonings, creating a delightful appetizer that's crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp mayonaisse
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worchestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- ¼ cup finely chopped celery
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the lump crab meat, celery, parsley, and panko bread crumbs to the bowl. Gently fold everything together using a rubber spatula until well combined.
- Take about 1/4 cup of the mixture and shape it into a ball. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture, spacing the crab balls evenly on the baking sheet.
- Brush the crab balls with melted butter for extra flavor and browning. (optional)
- Refrigerate the crab balls for at least 30 minutes or overnight to help them hold their shape.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F
- Bake the crab balls for 12-15 minutes, or until they become lightly browned and crispy.
- Serve the crab balls as an appetizer with tartar sauce for dipping, or alongside a fresh salad.