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Crab Meat on Brochette
This Crab Meat on Brochette recipe from the famed Pump Room combines fresh crabmeat, breadcrumbs, dry sherry, chives, and mustard to create rich, flavorful bites. The mixture is shaped into walnut-sized balls, wrapped in bacon, skewered, and broiled until perfectly browned. These elegant skewers make an excellent appetizer or entrée for dinner parties, blending the sweetness of crab with the savory smokiness of bacon for a luxurious yet approachable dish
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs fresh crabmeat
  • 3 cups soft breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup dry sherry
  • 1 tbsp dry mustard
  • 1 tbsp chives (chopped )
  • 12 slices bacon (halved)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Mixture

  • Combine crabmeat, breadcrumbs, sherry, mustard, and chopped chives in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix thoroughly until well blended.

Step 2: Shape the Crab Balls

  • Form the mixture into balls roughly the size of walnuts.

Step 3: Wrap with Bacon

  • Cut bacon slices in half.
  • Wrap each crab ball with a half slice of bacon.
  • Secure each piece with a toothpick.

Step 4: Skewer and Broil

  • Thread the bacon-wrapped crab balls onto skewers.
  • Broil under medium heat for about 15 minutes, turning frequently, until well browned.

Step 5: Serve

  • Remove from skewers and serve warm.

Tips

  • Use lump crab meat for best texture and visible chunks.
  • If using canned crab, drain very thoroughly to avoid soggy mixture.
  • Chill shaped crab balls for 20 to 30 minutes before broiling to help them hold shape.
  • Substitute green onions if chives are unavailable.
  • Use smoked bacon for added flavor depth.
  • Thread on metal skewers for easier turning under the broiler.
  • Serve with lemon wedges or mustard sauce for dipping.
  • Watch closely while broiling, bacon can brown quickly.
  • Try brushing lightly with melted butter or oil to enhance browning.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 860mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
Keyword appetizer, bacon-wrapped, broiled seafood, Crab, party food, seafood appetizer, skewers, vintage recipe
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