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Crab Brulee Recipe

Crab Brulee

Crab Brulee Recipe, This dish is the perfect combination of elegant and comforting, blending the delicate flavor of crab with a velvety custard base. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a gourmet meal, this recipe is sure to impress.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Entree, Snack
Cuisine American, French, Mediterranean
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Ramekins For individual servings.
  • 1 Whisk For blending the ingredients.
  • 1 Baking sheet To place the ramekins in the oven.
  • 1 Kitchen Torch To caramelize the sugar on top.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Crab Meat Fresh or canned.
  • 4 tbsp Heavy Cream For a creamy texture.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Melted.
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard Adds a tangy flavor.
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper For a subtle heat.
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 4 tbsp Sugar To caramelize the top.
  • 2 Egg Yolks For a rich custard base.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get started.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, and melted butter. Add the crab meat and parmesan cheese, stirring until everything is evenly combined.
    A close-up of a mixing bowl with whisked egg yolks, cream, and mustard, placed on a marble countertop in a modern kitchen
  • Divide the mixture evenly among 4 ramekins and place them on a baking sheet.
    A person carefully pouring crab and cream mixture into individual white ramekins, placed on a baking sheet
  • Bake the ramekins for 20-25 minutes, until the tops are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
    Ramekins placed in the center of the oven, with the oven door open and light illuminating the brulees as they bake
  • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sugar on top of each baked ramekin. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a golden, crisp layer.
    A close-up of a kitchen torch caramelizing sugar on the brulee, creating a golden, crispy layer

Notes

Feel free to use canned crab meat if you don’t have access to fresh. You can also play around with the seasoning, adjusting the heat level to your liking. This dish pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or a light white wine.
Keyword caramelized crust, creamy, gourmet, seafood appetizer