Brennan's Crabmeat Imperial

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Brennan's Crabmeat Imperial, a luxurious seafood dish that's sure to impress. This recipe features tender lump crabmeat gently folded into a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, heavy cream, egg yolk, and Dijon mustard, elevated with zesty lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and the iconic Old Bay seasoning for a burst of flavor. Topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs and a dusting of paprika, it’s baked to perfection until bubbly and beautifully golden. Whether served in individual ramekins or a family-style baking dish, this decadent crab dish is perfect as an appetizer or a show-stopping main course. Ready in just 35 minutes, Brennan's Crabmeat Imperial is a versatile seafood classic that pairs perfectly with a fresh garnish of parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lump crabmeat
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon parsley
• 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it or spraying with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, gently pick through the lump crabmeat to remove any shells, being careful not to break up the pieces too much. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, heavy cream, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 4

Gently fold the crabmeat into the prepared sauce mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated without breaking the lumps.

Step 5

Divide the mixture evenly into ramekins or spread it in the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and stir until they are golden-brown and toasted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs evenly over the crab mixture. Dust the top with paprika for color.

Step 8

Place the dish or ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the Crabmeat Imperial from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot as a main course or appetizer with a side of lemon wedges and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1147.8

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 561.6mg	0%
Sodium 6551.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 94.0g	0%

Vitamin D 18.2IU	0%
Calcium 364.4mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1508.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.1%

Protein: 32.7%

Carbs: 4.3%