Creole Style Stuffed Crab (Crabe farci à la créole)

Crabe farci à la créole, or Creole Style Stuffed Crab, is a traditional dish from French Guianan Cuisine that is bursting with flavor. This dish is a perfect combination of fresh crab meat, aromatic herbs, and zesty spices, creating a delightful culinary experience.

Creole Style Stuffed Crab (Crabe farci à la créole)

Ingredients

  • 4 large crabs, cleaned and halved
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 hot pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, bell pepper, hot pepper, tomato, parsley, and green onions. Mix well.
  3. Stuff each crab half with the breadcrumb mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  4. Drizzle the stuffed crabs with melted butter and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bake for 45 minutes or until the crabs are golden brown and cooked through.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking dish Mixing bowl Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven Oven mitts

Serving suggestions

Serve the Crabe farci à la créole with a side of rice and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more hot pepper to the stuffing mixture. Adjust the heat level according to your preference.

Cost

$25