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Chesapeake Crab Salad- Better than Crab Cakes Recipe

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This Chesapeake Crab Salad is a fresh and flavorful alternative to traditional crab cakes, combining jumbo lump crab with a tangy, spicy dressing. Served on toasted pretzel slider rolls with a hint of Old Bay seasoning, this recipe makes for an easy, delicious, and elegant appetizer or light meal.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Crab Salad

  • 1 lbs Jumbo Lump Crab
  • 2 tbsp Scallions (Sliced)
  • 1 tbsp Parsley (Chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp Sriracha
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Old Bay
  • 1 Lemon (Juiced)

Sliders

  • 1 pk Pretzel Slider Rolls
  • 2 tbsp Butter (Melted)
  • 1 cup Iceberg Lettuce (Shredded)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crab salad: In a large bowl, combine the sliced scallions and chopped parsley with Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and the freshly squeezed juice of one lemon. Mix these ingredients well to create a flavorful dressing.
  2. Clean the crab meat: Gently pick through the jumbo lump crab meat to remove any pieces of shell, being careful not to break up the crab lumps to maintain texture.
  3. Combine salad ingredients: Fold the cleaned crab meat into the bowl with the dressing and other ingredients, gently mixing to coat the crab evenly without breaking it further. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and chill.
  4. Prepare the slider rolls: Preheat your broiler. Brush each pretzel slider roll with melted butter, lightly dust with Old Bay seasoning, and toast under the broiler for about 2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning, as pretzel rolls toast quickly.
  5. Assemble the sliders: Pile spoonfuls of the chilled crab salad onto each toasted pretzel slider roll. Add a layer of shredded iceberg lettuce, and optionally include tomato slices or pickles to taste. Serve immediately, cutting into individual sandwiches if desired.

Notes

  • Be gentle when folding the crab to preserve the large lumps for the best texture.
  • Customize your sliders by adding tomato slices or pickles according to preference.
  • If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the sriracha.
  • The crab salad can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept chilled until serving.
  • Watch the pretzel rolls closely under the broiler to avoid burning due to high heat.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Broiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/chesapeake-crab-salad-better-than-crab-cakes-recipe/