Cryin Crab Onion Pie

Dive into pure coastal comfort with this Cryin' Crab Onion Pie, a savory masterpiece that combines caramelized onions, succulent lump crab meat, and melted Gruyère cheese in a perfectly flaky pie crust. The richly golden onions, sweetened with a hint of sugar and fresh thyme, form the base of this indulgent dish, while a creamy egg custard binds the layers, seasoned with paprika and black pepper for just the right balance of flavor. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a touch of color and brightness, this pie is baked to golden perfection, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for brunch or dinner. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, this crowd-pleaser is a fusion of elegance and comfort that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Keywords: crab pie recipe, caramelized onion pie, savory seafood pie, Gruyère onion crab pie, brunch pie recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 large Yellow onions
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 1.5 cups Cooked lump crab meat
• 1 9-inch Prepared pie crust
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add thinly sliced onions and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. Add the sugar and thyme leaves about halfway through to enhance the caramelization. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.

Step 4

Prick the bottom of the prepared pie crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Place the crust on a baking sheet for easier handling.

Step 5

Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Layer with shredded Gruyère cheese, followed by the cooked crab meat.

Step 6

Pour the egg and cream mixture evenly over the filling, ensuring it reaches all corners.

Step 7

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 8

Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1537.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3073.2

Total Fat 205.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1264.5mg	0%
Sodium 4975.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 106.3g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 500.2mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 2182.5mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 24.8%