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Garlic Butter Crab Toasts

Garlic Butter Crab Toasts

Garlic Butter Crab Toasts are a quick and flavorful appetizer featuring rich, buttery garlic combined with sweet lump crab meat atop crispy toasted baguette slices. Ready in under 20 minutes, this elegant and versatile recipe is perfect for snacks, parties, or light meals, offering a delightful balance of textures and tastes that impresses every time.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 toasts 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 French or sourdough baguette, thinly sliced (about ½ inch thick)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture: Melt the unsalted butter gently in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. This prepares the flavorful garlic butter base.
  2. Mix in the Crab Meat: In a mixing bowl, gently fold the fresh lump crab meat into the warm garlic butter mixture, taking care not to break up the crab flakes. Add chopped parsley and mix evenly for fresh herbal aroma.
  3. Toast the Bread Slices: Arrange the thinly sliced baguette pieces on a baking sheet. Toast them under the broiler or in a toaster oven for about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and crisp, ensuring they are crunchy enough to hold the topping without becoming soggy.
  4. Assemble and Broil: Spoon a generous amount of the garlic butter crab mixture onto each toasted bread slice. Place the assembled toasts back under the broiler for 3-4 minutes, or until the tops are bubbly and slightly browned. Watch closely to avoid burning. Garnish with extra chopped parsley and a few drops of lemon juice before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
  • Sauté garlic gently to prevent bitterness and maintain smooth flavor.
  • Choose a sturdy bread like sourdough or French baguette for optimal hold.
  • Broil just until the topping is bubbly and slightly browned; avoid overcooking to keep crab moist.
  • Serve the toasts immediately for the best balance of crunchy bread and creamy topping.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (when using gluten-free bread)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 toast
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0.2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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