Broiled Crab Open-Facers are a creamy, savory snack or appetizer featuring the rich flavors of crab meat and cream cheese with a tangy touch of mustard and onion. Perfectly spread on Triscuits and broiled to a golden finish, this vintage-style recipe showcases a delightful combination of seafood and comfort-food textures. Originally popular in American coastal households, it became a staple for entertaining due to its quick prep and decadent taste.
Ingredients
- 7 ½ oz crab meat (drained)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp onion (finely chopped )
- ¼ tsp mustard
- ⅛ tsp salt
- Triscuits (or similar crackers)
Instructions
Step 1: Mix Crab and Mayo
- Stir crab meat and mayonnaise together. Set aside.
Step 2: Make Cheese Mixture
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add egg yolk, finely chopped onion, prepared mustard, and a dash of salt. Mix until creamy.
Step 3: Assemble on Crackers
- Spread the crab and mayo filling onto Triscuits.
- Top each with a dollop of the cream cheese mixture.
Step 4: Broil
- Place on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5–6 minutes, or until lightly browned on top.
Tips
- Substitute canned salmon or tuna for crab.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.
- Use Ritz crackers or small baguette slices instead of Triscuits.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives for a fresh touch.
- Mix in shredded cheddar for an extra cheesy version.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 308mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 186IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 0.2mg
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