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.
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
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, bell pepper, hot pepper, tomato, parsley, and green onions. Mix well.
- Stuff each crab half with the breadcrumb mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Drizzle the stuffed crabs with melted butter and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- 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