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Crab Balls

Tender, sweet crab meat coated in a crispy golden exterior, these crab balls make a perfect appetizer or snack full of flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound fresh crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Food processor or fork for mixing
  • Skillet
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper to the wet mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the crab meat into the mixture, being careful not to break up the chunks.
  5. Add breadcrumbs and stir until fully combined.
  6. Shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls using your hands.
  7. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  8. Fry the crab balls for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

Serve these crab balls warm with dipping sauces such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, sriracha aioli, or fresh lemon wedges.