Vegetarian Steamed Crab with Old Bay Seasoning
Experience the ultimate plant-based seafood alternative with this Vegetarian Steamed Crab with Old Bay Seasoning recipe, a delightful twist on the classic dish that's perfect for seafood lovers and vegetarians alike. Featuring tender hearts of palm and artichoke hearts, this dish mimics the flaky texture of real crab, while the addition of crumbled nori sheet and iconic Old Bay Seasoning brings a bold, coastal flavor that will transport you straight to the shore. Lightly steamed and served with a zesty lemon-butter dipping sauce, this recipe is a healthy, flavor-packed option for dinner parties, weeknight dinners, or holiday feasts. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that doesn’t compromise on savoriness or elegance. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve hot for a truly satisfying meatless masterpiece.
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Ingredients
- 14 oz (1 can, drained) Hearts of palm
- 14 oz (1 can, drained) Artichoke hearts
- 2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 sheet (crumbled) Nori sheets
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 Fresh lemon
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Drain the hearts of palm and artichoke hearts, and gently pat them dry using a paper towel.
Step 2
Shred the hearts of palm into thin strips by hand or with a fork to mimic crabmeat texture. Roughly chop the artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded hearts of palm, chopped artichoke hearts, crumbled nori sheet, 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix to coat the vegetables in the seasoning.
Step 4
Prepare a steamer by adding 1 cup of water to the bottom, then bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 5
Line the steamer basket with a piece of parchment paper to prevent sticking, and transfer the seasoned hearts of palm and artichoke mixture into the basket. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning evenly over the mixture.
Step 6
Steam the mixture for 15–20 minutes, or until heated through and fragrant.
Step 7
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Squeeze in the juice of one fresh lemon and whisk to combine. This will serve as your dipping sauce.
Step 8
Carefully remove the steamed vegetarian crab mixture from the steamer and transfer it to a serving dish.
Step 9
Drizzle with the melted butter and lemon mixture, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (534.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 386.3 |
| Total Fat 37.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3374.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.9g | |
| Protein 6.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 144.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 538.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories