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Broiled Crab Open Facers
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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 115 kcal

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
Keyword Crab, Cream Cheese, seafood
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