The recipe calls for ingredients such as red bell pepper, onion, butter, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, egg, pepper, Old Bay Seasoning, crab meat, and Parmesan cheese. It is recommended to use giant crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
To make Crab Imperial, you need to sauté the bell pepper and onion, whisk the imperial sauce, and mix the vegetables and crab meat with the sauce. The mixture is then divided among individual ramekins or a baking dish, topped with mayo and Parmesan cheese, and baked until golden and bubbly.
Imperial Crab can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish. It pairs well with side dishes such as green salad, crusty bread, coleslaw, tomato salad, pasta salad, or roasted vegetables. The dish is keto-friendly with low carbs and can be made ahead of time for easy entertaining.
For the best Crab Imperial recipe, it is advised to use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of canned grated Parmesan. The dish can also be used as a filling for other seafood such as shrimp, salmon, or flounder. Squeezing fresh lemon juice on top adds a bright, tart flavor, and crackers or crusty bread can be served on the side.
This is just one of many delicious crab meat recipes to try. Some other popular ones include crab cakes, crab salad, and crab bisque.
For more details, the full recipe with specific measurements and cooking instructions can be found below. Enjoy!
