Recipe Card of Best Crab brulee recipe
Indulge in an exquisite fusion of creamy custard and tender crab meat with the Best Crab Brulee. Perfect as an appetizer or a luxurious main dish.
Ingredients list
- 8 ounces crab meat cooked and picked over
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry optional
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar for caramelizing
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, heavy cream, dry sherry, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Divide the crab meat evenly among six ramekins. Pour the custard mixture over the crab meat, filling to about 3/4 full.
- Place the ramekins in a baking dish. Pour hot water into the dish to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the custards are set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
- Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Sprinkle sugar evenly over the tops of the chilled custards. Using a culinary blowtorch, melt the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden crust.
- Allow the caramel to cool for a few minutes before serving the crab brulees immediately.
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Notes
For a unique twist, try adding finely chopped chives or parsley before baking for added color and flavor.
The brulee can also be served with toasted baguette slices for a delightful contrast in textures.
The brulee can also be served with toasted baguette slices for a delightful contrast in textures.
Nutrition
Calories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 17gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 196mgSodium: 475mgPotassium: 196mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 905IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 1.8mg
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